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Can Europe Arm Itself?

E. Wayne Merry
16 March 2024
9 min
PME All levels

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EU Commission President Von der Leyen proposes unified military boost, citing uncertain Russian intentions.

Summary

  1. EU to subsidise weapons procurement.
  2. Special coordination commissioner proposed.
  3. States resist EU centralisation, fearing job losses.
  4. Fragmented defence sectors affect cohesion.
  5. EU procurement plans face challenges.
READ: Can Europe Arm Itself?

References

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