Read more about the article A regulatory roadmap to EU’s Security of Supply in Defence: Assessing the current legal framework effort and the next steps toward an effective Security of Supply Strategy
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A regulatory roadmap to EU’s Security of Supply in Defence: Assessing the current legal framework effort and the next steps toward an effective Security of Supply Strategy

Security of Supply in Defence has progressively shifted from being the sole interest of Member States to an area where the EU plays an increasingly important role. From the Directive on Defence Procurement and Intra-EU transfers to ASAP and EDIRPA, this paper examines the potential and limitations of the EU legal framework in supporting the Union’s Security of Supply. This analysis will lead us to consider the EU’s ability to ensure robust Security of Supply further through its EDIP proposal, marking a new step toward strategic autonomy.

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18 March 2025
Read more about the article Ukraine Aid and European Defence Procurement: Insights from the Prague 2024 GLOBSEC Conference
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Ukraine Aid and European Defence Procurement: Insights from the Prague 2024 GLOBSEC Conference

The Russian invasion of Ukraine is nearing its third year, yet how to support the war-torn country remains one of the most discussed issues in security and defence circles. At the 2024 GLOBSEC Conference in Prague, discussions centred on what Ukraine’s current battlefield needs are, what the role of the EU in meeting them is, and what lessons the Union can learn from Ukraine’s experience. This paper will dedicate a section to all 3 of these aspects, providing detailed information about European actions in support of Ukraine and the future of European procurement.

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19 September 2024
Read more about the article EDIRPA: Latest Advancement in EU Defence Procurement Regulation
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EDIRPA: Latest Advancement in EU Defence Procurement Regulation

In the aftermath of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Europe has been battling a series of challenges, including the pressing need to fortify its defence capabilities. This realisation has led to significant developments in the EU’s defence policy landscape, including adopting the European Defence Industry Reinforcement through the Common Procurement Act (EDIRPA) in October 2023. This Act’s adoption symbolises Europe’s determined response to the evolving security dynamics on the continent and the world stage.

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30 October 2023
Read more about the article War Business Game Strong: How Russia’s Aggression Affects European Defence Procurement?
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War Business Game Strong: How Russia’s Aggression Affects European Defence Procurement?

Many European countries have been caught off guard by unprecedented Russian aggression against Ukraine and, for the time being, the European states are right on their way to strengthening their defence capabilities. Flooding Ukraine with weaponry remains the top priority nowadays, precipitating worthy efforts to make this weapons transfer happen. This Info Flash seeks to outline Europe’s options to face up to challenges posed by the Kremlin in terms of its military capabilities. The IF will review the 'war-economy' dimension of the Russian aggression against Ukraine, attending to its impact on arms manufacture and sales.

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18 July 2022