Serbia
Serbia Trade Ministry Signals Push to Resume Arms Export Licensing
Serbia’s Ministry of Internal and Foreign Trade is seeking to reinitiate the issuance of export licenses for weapons and military equipment after an extended pause.
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Bulgaria
Bulgaria Approves Naval Strike Missile Purchase as Black Sea Tensions Persist
Bulgaria has approved the acquisition of Naval Strike Missiles to strengthen its maritime deterrence posture in the Black Sea. The decision reflects Sofia’s response to the evolving regional security environment and increased naval activity.
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Indonesia–Bosnia Defense Cooperation Highlights Jakarta’s Export Strategy
A recent defense cooperation agreement between Indonesia and Bosnia and Herzegovina reflects the expanding international reach of Asian middle powers in the global arms market. The arrangement underscores Southeast Asia’s growing defense-industrial ambition beyond its immediate region.
Poland
Poland preparing to sign contract for Europe’s largest anti-drone system
Poland is preparing to sign a contract for what it describes as Europe’s largest integrated counter-unmanned aerial system. The program aims to address growing drone threats along Poland’s eastern and northern borders.
EU
EU-India Defense Partnership: What It Could Mean for Industry on Both Sides
The European Union decision to proceed with a Security and Defense Partnership with India adds an industrial dimension to a relationship that has so far been driven largely by bilateral ties between India and individual European states. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said the partnership is intended to deepen
Czech Republic
Czechoslovak Group Lists Shares on Euronext Amsterdam
Czechoslovak Group has completed its initial public listing on Euronext Amsterdam, marking a major milestone after three decades of expansion. The move formally transitions the Czech-based industrial group into a publicly traded company with access to international capital markets.
EU
India and EU Schedule Signing of Security and Defence Partnership Ahead of Summit
India and the European Union have agreed to proceed with signing a Security and Defence Partnership next week at the 16th India-EU Summit in New Delhi, marking an expansion of bilateral strategic cooperation.
Romania
Romania Seeks Record Defence Budget for 2026
Romania’s Ministry of Defence has submitted a request for a record defence budget for 2026, proposing direct funding that would amount to roughly 2.8 percent of GDP.
Czech Republic
Czech Army Advances Plans for New Eight-Wheeled Combat Vehicle with Pandur 8×8 EVO Platform
The Czech Army has signaled intent to procure a new generation of eight-wheeled armored vehicles to replace its Pandur II 8×8 fleet. The Pandur 8×8 EVO, developed and tested by Tatra Defence Vehicle, is emerging as the leading candidate.
Serbia
Serbia’s Defense Industry Workers Warn of Employment and Production Risks
Trade union representatives from Serbia’s defense industry have warned that employees across the sector are increasingly concerned about job security and income stability. The union has called on state authorities to engage urgently to prevent disruptions to production and employment.
GFP 2025 Ranking: Where CEE and SEE Countries Stand in Global Military Power
The Global Firepower (GFP) 2025 Military Strength Ranking places Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) and Southeastern Europe (SEE) in a sharply divided position: a handful of frontline states are rising in global relevance, while much of the Western Balkans remains near the bottom of the list.
Belgium
Belgian Defence Ministry awards €80 million contract to KNDS for latest-generation Leguan bridge layers
Belgium has contracted KNDS Deutschland to deliver a new generation of wheeled Leguan bridge-laying systems to support its combat engineering units. The program includes multiple bridge carriers, spare bridges, and associated support equipment.