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Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias will visit the UK on March 16-17 for discussions with UK Defense Secretary John Healey regarding NATO and bilateral defense cooperation. In Athens, the Hellenic Parliament's Committee on Armament Programs will meet to discuss new procedures for Follow On Support contracts, aimed at improving transparency in defense procurement. Greece is advancing a €5 billion modernization package, highlighted by the 'Achilles Shield' air defense system, upgrades to 38 F-16 Block 50 jets, and a support contract for the C-27J Spartan transport fleet, all intended to enhance national defense capabilities.