The European Union has identified 5 joint projects to strengthen the defense industry

According to the statement made by the European Union (EU) Council, member countries determined the first 5 European Defense Projects of Common Interest in order to strengthen the capacity and defense preparedness of the EU defense industry.

Within the scope of the "European UAV and Anti-UAV Systems Initiative", drone production and deployment of participating countries will be increased, technologies to stop enemy drones will be developed and deployed in the field.

The "Integrated Sea and Seabed Defense" project will create an integrated defense system that enables participating countries to detect, deter and respond to threats at sea and the seabed.

THEIR SKILLS IN THE SPACE FIELD WILL BE STRENGTHENED WITH THE “SPACE” PROJECT

In this context, early warning satellites that detect missile launches, satellite communication, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance activities, and precise positioning and timing systems will be established. Additionally, capabilities will be developed to quickly launch backup satellites when needed.

With the "EU Federative Integrated Air and Missile Defense", member countries will be provided with collective and effective air and missile defense opportunities, including the establishment of early warning and coordinated command systems against approaching threats.

With the "Eastern Wing Surveillance" project, the defenses of the participating countries on their eastern borders, including land, air, sea and cyber areas, will be strengthened.

The 5 identified projects became eligible to receive financing within the scope of the European Defense Industry Program (EDIP), which the EU accepted in 2025.

Andrius Kubilius, Member of the EU Commission Responsible for Defense and Space, announced that the total financing target of these 5 projects until 2036 is approximately 190 billion euros.