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France and Germany Race to Save €100B FCAS Project

11/26/2025

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France and Germany are intensifying efforts to salvage the €100 billion Future Combat Air System (FCAS) amid disputes between Dassault Aviation and Airbus.
Following the meeting between President Macron and Chancellor Merz, Berlin proposed a "decision roadmap" to finalize cooperation principles by mid-December.
Experts warn that failure to resolve tensions could undermine European defense unity amid ongoing conflicts.
Dassault, buoyed by Rafale exports, may resist concessions.
Germany considers alternative projects.

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France and Germany are intensifying efforts to salvage the €100 billion Future Combat Air System (FCAS) amid disputes between Dassault Aviation and Airbus.
Following the meeting between President Macron and Chancellor Merz, Berlin proposed a "decision roadmap" to finalize cooperation principles by mid-December.
Experts warn that failure to resolve tensions could undermine European defense unity amid ongoing conflicts.
Dassault, buoyed by Rafale exports, may resist concessions.
Germany considers alternative projects.