Brussels prepares another revolution in European armaments while Poland finalizes rules for EU defense loans.
Poland Delays EU Defense Loan Rules
In Poland, the process of determining the rules for accepting loans from the EU’s Security Action for Europe (SAFE) program has not yet concluded.
Brussels Pushes for Defense Market Reform
Work has begun on amending the directive on public procurement in defense (2009/81/WE). As explained by the European Commission, the change in law is necessary to create a single market for defense products and services.
Joint Armaments as EU Priority
Joint armaments have become a priority for the European Union as the bloc seeks to streamline its defense industry.