Bruegel Warns: Europe’s Strategic Autonomy Is Giving Way to Dependence on U.S. Industry
In recent years, Europe has found itself in a strategically dangerous situation, which it itself is financially supporting. The political rhetoric of European governments and… 
In recent years, Europe has found itself in a strategically dangerous situation, which it itself is financially supporting. The political rhetoric of European governments and institutions operates with concepts such as strategic autonomy, defense sovereignty, and strengthening the European pillar of NATO. However, the actual flow of money, technological development, and decision-making power supports contradictory processes. Although there has been a dramatic increase in defense budgets since 2022, more resources are not leading to a strengthening of Europe's industrial and technological base. On the contrary, we are seeing the emergence of a deeper and structurally stronger…
