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South Korea Aims for Top Four Arms Exporter by 2030

9/16/2025

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  • South Korea plans to rank among the top four global arms exporters by 2030, adopting a "Made in Europe by Korea" strategy amid EU protectionism.
  • EU defense spending is set to rise to €326 billion in 2024, aiming to boost domestic arms production from 20% to over 60% by 2035.
  • German startups Helsing and Arx Robotics are creating AI-based warfare technologies to enhance European defense independence from the US.
  • India’s defense exports reached $2.76 billion in FY 2024-25, fueled by reforms supporting indigenous production and European partnerships.
  • The Indian government is strengthening its defense export strategy with a dedicated wing for promotion and quality oversight.