Following António Costa’s recent critique, it is Defense Commissioner Andrius Kubilius’ turn to blast the new US security strategy and the hostile tones coming from Washington. The Trump administration has declared war on the EU in pursuit of its strategic interests, he writes. Members states will discuss their stance towards the US at next week’s EU summit.
By Stephan Israel
Following Bart De Wever’s incendiary letter criticizing a reparations loan, the option of bridge financing for Ukraine is likely to take center stage. Support for Ukraine is on the agenda at today’s meeting of EU defense ministers.
By Stephan Israel
The EU Parliament has approved the European Defense Industry Program (EDIP) by a large majority. At EUR 1.5 billion, the European defense industry will be strengthened and its dependence on imports reduced.
By Stephan Israel
Defense Commissioner Andrius Kubilius is presenting his package for a military Schengen area today. The proposal provides for simplified approval procedures, digitalization and a mechanism for rapid deployment of troops in times of crisis.
By Stephan Israel
The Federation of German Industry has criticized the European Space Act for being too bureaucratic and creating additional costs for the space industry. Instead, it is calling for less regulation and a clear division of responsibilities.
By Corinna Visser
Andrius Kubilius, EU Commissioner for Defense and Space, explains in an interview with Table.Briefings on the sidelines of the Berlin Global Dialogue why there is a need for more than just an “Eastern Flank Watch” and how the structural problems of the European defense industry can be solved.
By Wilhelmine Stenglin
Andrius Kubilius, EU-Kommissar für Verteidigung und Raumfahrt, erklärt im Interview mit Table.Briefings am Rande des Berlin Global Dialogues, warum es nicht nur eine „Eastern Flank Watch“ braucht und wie die strukturellen Probleme der europäischen Verteidigungsindustrie gelöst werden können.
By Wilhelmine Stenglin
The European Commission has adopted its roadmap for Europe’s defense capabilities through 2030. Four pan-European flagship projects will close key capability gaps. There is no cost information on the joint armaments effort.
By Stephan Israel
Die EU-Kommission hat ihre Roadmap für Europas Verteidigungsfähigkeit bis 2030 beschlossen. Mit vier paneuropäischen Flagshipprojekten sollen die wichtigsten Fähigkeitslücken geschlossen werden. Angaben zu den Kosten der gemeinsamen Rüstungsanstrengungen fehlen.
By Stephan Israel
From drone defense to standoff weapons, the EU wants to push ahead with its defense readiness roadmap in Copenhagen. The proposal on Russian state bank funds is also on the agenda. The dispute over Israel sanctions could overshadow the leaders' meeting.
By Stephan Israel
