The European Commission has put forward five significant cross-border defence initiatives, paving the way for EU funding. These projects, including a drone and counter-drone effort involving 26 nations, aim to enhance innovation and the European defence industry. Other key areas include maritime, air and missile defence, and space-based defence. A €325 million budget is allocated, with potential for more, to boost competitiveness and reduce market fragmentation.

The European Commission has put forward five significant cross-border defence initiatives, paving the way for EU funding. These projects, including a drone and counter-drone…

Ahead of the NATO summit in Ankara, which will be partly attended by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa, the EU…