A more integrated European Union defence market would strengthen the bloc's defence industry and enable governments to buy more European defence equipment, EU Commissioner for Defence Andrius Kubilius said on Wednesday. * It would help small and medium-sized enterprises to grow and innovate, as Ukrainian companies have done in the past years, he told a defence conference in Paris. * It would make the European defence industry more competitive on a global scale. * It would enable Europe to "outproduce, out-innovate and outperform Russia, so we can defend ourselves, deter aggression and preserve peace," Kubilius said.
EU countries need a more integrated defence market, defence commissioner says
A unified European Union defence market promises to boost the bloc's defence sector. Governments could procure more European-made equipment. Small and medium-sized businesses will find opportunities for growth and innovation. This integration aims to enhance global competitiveness. Europe seeks to surpass Russia in production and innovation, ensuring its ability to defend itself and maintain peace.
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