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France to Boost Defense Spending, Expand Drone Inventory 400%

4/4/2026

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France plans to expand stockpiles by 2030, increasing drone inventory 400% and anti-aircraft missiles 30%.
A proposal will be presented on April 8, with $9.07 billion for unmanned systems and missiles.
Defense spending is projected to reach $87.9 billion by 2030.
MBDA, the European defense company, aims to boost output 40% this year.
The French Armed Forces recently contracted MBDA for a new long-range loitering munition.

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France plans to expand stockpiles by 2030, increasing drone inventory 400% and anti-aircraft missiles 30%.
A proposal will be presented on April 8, with $9.07 billion for unmanned systems and missiles.
Defense spending is projected to reach $87.9 billion by 2030.
MBDA, the European defense company, aims to boost output 40% this year.
The French Armed Forces recently contracted MBDA for a new long-range loitering munition.