Defence
Upholding peace in Europe lies at the heart of the European Union. Explore below what steps and new initiatives the EU is taking to be able to defend itself, provide military support to Ukraine, and help protect international peace and security.
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Bolstering European Defence: Readiness 2030
Now more than ever, the EU needs much greater investment in defence to ensure the security of all EU citizens. In a world characterised by shifting geopolitical realities and rapidly changing threats, the EU and its Member States are investing in defence capabilities. By boosting our readiness, the EU and Member States ensure we are prepared to deter threats and have the necessary resources to act decisively when required.
A more robust European defence is necessary in order to safeguard European citizens and protect the international rules-based order.
Follow the link to learn more about European Defence Readiness 2030.
Military support to Ukraine: a priority for European security
Europe’s security starts in Ukraine. The EU is committed to supporting Ukraine's independence, freedom, sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Investment in Ukraine’s defence and security is an investment in Europe’s security, therefore it is a top priority for the EU.
To achieve this, the EU is providing military assistance in a number of ways:
- Providing military equipment and training for Ukrainian soldiers
- Facilitating cooperation between Ukrainian and European defence companies
- Funding Ukraine’s defence industry
- Building on security commitments
- Read more about what the EU and Member States do in support of Ukraine in the military and defence areas.
Other EU Defence initiatives and programmes
To be better prepared to face threats, the EU and Member States conduct structured defence cooperation, undertake collaborative military capabilities projects and support defence industry’s competitiveness and innovation. These initiatives and programmes enhance the EU and Member States' ability to confront security challenges effectively.
- Read more about how EU’s Defence initiatives and programmes help protect citizen and support international peace and security.
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