Inside, we explore how the EU is moving towards defence readiness: from complementing NATO with forces at the ready to strengthening cooperation through joint procurement and innovation. High Representative and Head of EDA Kaja Kallas sets out why the Agency sits at the centre of Europe’s defence effort, while Cyprus’ Defence Minister reflects on building bridges at a strategic crossroads. A special focus examines Europe’s entry into the Drone Age, from military robotics to loitering munitions. We report from the world’s largest exercise for unmanned maritime systems. EDA is helping Member States move faster from testing to field use.
Stories inside include
- At the forefront of readiness – André Denk on EDA’s role
- Building bridges – Cyprus’ EU presidency and defence cooperation
- The EU’s Military Staff celebrates 25 years
- Shelter from the swarm – Europe enters the Drone Age
- The revolution in defence robotics
- Lessons from Ukraine’s unmanned forces
- 18 Member States develop a business case for loitering munitions