Romania needs an efficient defense industry, essential to maintain economic and geopolitical stability

Geopolitical tensions and uncertainty over the US military role in Eastern Europe highlight the need to strengthen the EU’s defense capabilities.
👉 Over the past decade, Romania’s defense spending has remained below the NATO average, surpassing however 2% of the GDP in 2024.
👉 The current government budget deficit limits however the possibilities to significantly increase defense allocations.
👉 Beyond total spending, the share allocated to military equipment and infrastructure is similarly crucial for enhancing defense capabilities.