EU's eastern border defense projects worth tens of billions of euros, inlcude Ukraine - EC
The EU's additional efforts to strengthen defense of its eastern flank are tied to two projects that include non-EU countries, namely Ukraine and Norway, among their participants, European Commission (EC) spokesman Balazs Ujvari said.
The European Commission has outlined two significant defense projects aimed at bolstering the EU's eastern border, with an investment totaling tens of billions of euros. These initiatives, which extend beyond drones, encompass a broad spectrum of capabilities, including counter-mine actions, military mobility, and air and missile defense systems.
The first project, dubbed Eastern Flank Watch, is a collaborative effort involving 13 EU member states, Norway, and Ukraine. The projected expenditure for this ambitious undertaking ranges from EUR 60 billion to EUR 100 billion, with the project's implementation slated to conclude by 2036. The second project, Decorder, focuses specifically on drone technology and is also a joint venture.
Participating in this endeavor are 26 EU member states, along with Norway and Ukraine. The budget allocated for Decorder is estimated at EUR 3.5 to EUR 5 billion, with completion expected by 2033. These substantial investments underscore the EU's commitment to enhancing its security along its eastern flank, with Norway and Ukraine playing pivotal roles in these strategic projects.
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