## Strengthening Europe's Defence Base
The European Parliament has adopted a new law establishing the first-ever European defence industry programme, designed to reinforce the EU’s capacity to produce and procure defence equipment collectively.
### Goals of the Programme
The initiative aims to:
- Boost Europe's defence manufacturing capabilities.
- Support joint procurement of equipment among member states.
- Encourage a more coordinated approach to military production within the EU.
This legal framework seeks to reduce fragmentation in the EU defence market and make the continent less dependent on external suppliers.
### Funding and Implementation
The programme will be supported by an EU budget to co-finance projects that improve production capacities and innovation in defence technologies. It also includes measures to accelerate cooperation between European companies engaged in defence equipment manufacturing.
### Institutional Support
Members of the European Parliament stressed that this move strengthens European sovereignty and prepares the defence industry to respond more effectively to security challenges in the region.
> “With this law, we are building a stronger, more autonomous, and resilient European defence industry,” noted a spokesperson from the Parliament.
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**Author’s summary:** The European Parliament has approved a law establishing the first EU defence industry programme to enhance joint production, procurement, and strategic independence.
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European Parliament — 2025-11-26