ReArm Europe: Strengthening EU defence for a safer future

We open this week’s edition with a landmark White Paper for European Defence – Readiness 2030. As part of the ReArm Europe Plan/Readiness 2030, the Commission came up with an ambitious defence package providing financial levers to EU Member States to drive an investment surge in defence capabilities. While the ReArm Europe Plan/Readiness 2030 strengthens pan-European defence capabilities with new financial means, the White Paper frames a new approach to defence and identifies investment needs. The White Paper presents solutions to close critical capability gaps and build a strong defence industrial base. It proposes ways for Member States to massively invest in defence, procure defence systems and build up the readiness of the European defence industry over the long run. This is essential for Europe's security.  Europe must invest in the security and defence of the continent, while continuing to support Ukraine to defend itself from Russia's aggression. Why this matters: Europeans  need to be aware of the ReArm Europe initiative because it has significant implications for security, economy, and geopolitics and shows  that EU is aiming to enhance its military capabilities. The plan includes massive investments in Europe’s defence industry, which could create jobs, boost innovation, and strengthen technological capabilities in sectors like cybersecurity, aerospace, and artificial intelligence. Learn more.