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SAFE (Strategic Armament Financing Envelope)
€150 billion EU-level loan facility
Enables joint weapons procurement at lower cost and faster speed
Together, these mechanisms encourage countries to pool resources, negotiate better contracts, and ensure new systems can work together seamlessly.
Why the United States Is Pushing Europe Harder Than Ever
Pressure from Washington has intensified.
The U.S. national security strategy published on December 4 described Europe as a weakened partner and reaffirmed an “America First” posture. The document echoed long-standing complaints from former President Donald Trump about European defence spending.
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