The UK's negotiations with the EU over access to the bloc's SAFE defense funding have reached an impasse. Discussions between London and Brussels on the UK's participation in the European Defence Fund (EDF) and the Permanent Structured Cooperation (PESCO) have stalled. The UK's departure from the EU has complicated its involvement in these initiatives, which aim to bolster European defense capabilities.
As a result, UK defense industries may struggle to access crucial funding and collaboration opportunities. The breakdown in talks raises concerns about the UK's future role in European defense efforts. The UK Ministry of Defence and the European Commission have yet to comment on the status of the negotiations. This development comes as the UK seeks to redefine its defense relationships with European partners post-Brexit. The information in this article was first published in "aviationweek. com".
Based in London, Tony covers European defense programs. Prior to joining Aviation Week in November 2012, Tony was at Shephard Media Group where he ...Other references and insights: See here
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