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Europe Approves €150 Billion Defense Loan for Eight Nations

1/27/2026

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On January 26, 2026, European Commission approved investment plans for eight countries under a €150 billion defense loan scheme.
The eight countries requested €74 billion, with Poland seeking €43.7 billion.
This follows an earlier approval for eight other countries totaling €38 billion.
Defense Commissioner Andrius Kubilius emphasized the funding strengthens Europe's security ambitions.
Nineteen member states have applied for the Security Action for Europe (SAFE) program to bolster defense procurement.

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On January 26, 2026, European Commission approved investment plans for eight countries under a €150 billion defense loan scheme.
The eight countries requested €74 billion, with Poland seeking €43.7 billion.
This follows an earlier approval for eight other countries totaling €38 billion.
Defense Commissioner Andrius Kubilius emphasized the funding strengthens Europe's security ambitions.
Nineteen member states have applied for the Security Action for Europe (SAFE) program to bolster defense procurement.