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CEPA leadership council urges Europe redirect defence budgets to innovation

CEPA's International Leadership Council report urges Europe to spend rising defence budgets on interoperable, AI enabled manufacturing, drones and missiles rather than legacy systems, arguing sovereignty means contributing more within NATO, not autonomy from allies.

Verified Opinion Abroad AI-drafted CEPA comprehensive report, 5 May 2026

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