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Defence Quotes

On security, cooperation, and the duties of defence.

These defence quotes touch on national security responsibilities, from implementing defence deals and projects to serving as a defence minister round-the-clock, About constant duty.

I never expected to be Defence Secretary. It's a great privilege.

Quotes by Bob Ainsworth

I was Minister for the Armed Forces in the Ministry of Defence for two years prior to being appointed Defence Secretary.

Quotes by Bob Ainsworth

Defence was an afterthought, prompted by necessity; and its introduction as a State function, though effected doubtless with a view to the strengthening of the State, was really and in principle the initiation of the State's destruction.

Quotes by Benjamin Tucker

India is the second biggest defence procurer in the world after the U.S.

Quotes by Baba Kalyani

In football, there has always been this idea of having a left-footer and a right-footer in central defence.

Quotes by Aymeric Laporte

I try to be a complete player - in attack and in defence - and to improve every year.

Quotes by Antoine Griezmann

The European Army is our long-term goal. But first we have to strengthen the European Defence Union.

Quotes by Angela Merkel

We have a cadre of home-grown cyber-skilled professionals to meet the demands of an increasingly digital world, in the public and private sectors and in defence.

Quotes by Amber Rudd

Frequently Asked Questions

What distinction do these quotes draw within the word "defence"?
One quote draws a distinction between a single arms transaction and the broader business of dealing in defence matters generally, separating a specific transaction from the broader field of defence.
What priority is described regarding defence deals in these quotes?
One quote lists making sure defence agreements and projects move forward without delays or friction as a stated priority.
What commitment to constant availability appears in these quotes?
One quote pledges to serve as "defence minister round-the-clock," emphasizing continuous attention to the role.
What regional cooperation is mentioned in these quotes?
One quote references ongoing defence cooperation with South East Asian nations, specifically ASEAN countries.
What overall picture of defence responsibilities emerges from these quotes?
Together, the quotes touch on distinguishing deals from the field itself, prioritizing project implementation, staying continuously engaged, and cooperating internationally. Related themes appear in About quotes.

Others highlight regional cooperation, noting shared defence interests with ASEAN countries. Explore more in our Against and Also quotes.