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Technological Sovereignty as a Strategic Driver

What is the central argument of “Technological Sovereignty as a Strategic Driver”, and why does it matter for European defence and dual-use markets?

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Original DFM publication · DFM Analysis report · 2025-06-06

The pursuit of technological sovereignty has become a cornerstone of European defense and industrial policy. This concept refers to the ability of European states to develop, produce, and maintain critical technologies without excessive reliance on non-European suppliers.

The COVID-19 pandemic and the war in Ukraine exposed serious vulnerabilities in European supply chains, accelerating efforts to localize production and reduce dependencies, especially in defense.

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Technological Sovereignty as a Strategic Driver

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Published 2025-06-06
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What is Technological Sovereignty as a Strategic Driver?

This concept refers to the ability of European states to develop, produce, and maintain critical technologies without excessive reliance on non-European suppliers.

Why does Technological Sovereignty as a Strategic Driver matter for European defence?

The COVID-19 pandemic and the war in Ukraine exposed serious vulnerabilities in European supply chains, accelerating efforts to localize production and reduce dependencies, especially in defense.

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