EU officials call for renewed energy in PESCO commitments and projects
Permanent Structured Cooperation (PESCO), the EU’s flagship initiative for defence, has achieved a deepening of cooperation across all military domains.
European Union strengthens defence industry through common procurement
Members of the European Parliament backed the European Defence Industry Reinforcement through common Procurement Act (EDIRPA).
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Reinforcing the European defence industry [BRIEFING]
Russia’s war on Ukraine has laid bare the challenges that the European defence industry faces as it tries to meet increased demand and ramp up production.
EDA signs framework contracts for joint procurement of 155mm ammunition
The European Defence Agency has so far signed eight framework contracts with European industry for the joint procurement of 155mm ammunition.
Hanno Pevkur: Europe must raise defence spending
At the informal meeting of the European Union ministers of defence, the discussions centred on continuing support to Ukraine in Russia’s war of aggression and European defence challenges.
EU defence ministers review EUR 20 billion plan for Ukrainian defence
European Union defence ministers met in Toledo, Spain, on Wednesday to consider long-term financial support for Ukraine's military.
European Union supports Ukraine with substantial artillery ammunition deliveries
EU has delivered 223,800 artillery rounds and mortar mines to Ukraine, marking the initial phase of a comprehensive plan aimed at supplying the Armed Forces of Ukraine with one million shells.
EU sanctions Russian disinformation campaign
The the Council of the European Union decided to impose restrictive measures against seven Russian individuals and five entities responsible for conducting a digital information manipulation campaign called 'RRN' (Recent Reliable News).
NFM Group tailoring the future of combat clothing in EU development programme
NFM Group has been selected with partners within the European Defense Fund (EDF) to deliver on the ARMETISS smart textile development programme.
EU Industrial Strategy: preparatory consultation towards transition pathway for Aerospace and Defence industrial ecosystem
DG DEFIS is launching the preparation of a dedicated Transition Pathway for the Aerospace and Defence ecosystem (ASD).
EU countries sign up to EDA’s joint procurement for CBRN and soldier equipment
EDA supports all EU Member States in improving their defence capabilities through European cooperation.
EU prepares EUR 20 billion military support programme for Ukraine
EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell proposed a comprehensive plan to allocate up to EUR 20 billion over four years for military aid, weaponry, and ammunition.