France's Global Power Vision: Record Budget in Military Ambition and Naval Modernization
France is increasing its defense budget to record levels in order to enhance its global deterrence and protect its strategic autonomy. Speaking at the Euronaval exhibition, Minister of the Armed Forces Catherine Vautrin announced that a strong emphasis will be placed particularly on autonomous naval systems, unmanned underwater/surface vehicles, and ammunition programs.
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