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Europe Pushes for Unified Defense Policy Amid U.S. Uncertainty

1/28/2026

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European space ministers urged a unified policy prioritizing European-made equipment to boost security and competitiveness.
French Minister Philipe Baptiste said the landscape is shifting, with the United States' unpredictable stance affecting defense and space programs.
Baptiste called for a "100% European preference" in defense spending to support local industries.
Germany's Dorothee Bär urged interoperability among EU space assets.
Germany plans to invest €35 billion in military space capabilities by 2030.

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European space ministers urged a unified policy prioritizing European-made equipment to boost security and competitiveness.
French Minister Philipe Baptiste said the landscape is shifting, with the United States' unpredictable stance affecting defense and space programs.
Baptiste called for a "100% European preference" in defense spending to support local industries.
Germany's Dorothee Bär urged interoperability among EU space assets.
Germany plans to invest €35 billion in military space capabilities by 2030.