European defence: Italy can spend without constraints

Europe opens up the possibility of investing in European defence without deficit restrictionsan extraordinary opportunity for economic revitalisation and national security. The President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen gave the green light to exclude military expenditure from the Stability Pact, allowing Italy to strengthen its defence capabilities without compromising economic development.

Trump proposes 5% of GDP for defence: Italy aims for growth in European defence

Since 2014, NATO has asked its members to allocate 2% of GDP to defence. Italy has already embarked on a path to increase its resources, reaching 1.54% in 2024. With a strategic vision, our government is working to optimise resources and contribute effectively to the Alliance's security, while also strengthening the European defence industrial sector.

Europe united for security: a new scenario for European defence cooperation

The Russian invasion of Ukraine and the conflict in Gaza have made clear the need for increased European cooperation. The EU is assuming a key role in managing security and the economy, and Italy is ready to play a leading role in European defence (it participates in the SURVEY). I Paesi “frugali”, tradizionalmente cauti sulla spesa pubblica, ora riconoscono l’importanza di investire insieme per un futuro stabile e sicuro.

A strong italy in a stronger europe: the pnrr and new resources for european defence

Italy, thanks to the PNRR, is already benefiting from EUR 1,944.4 billion to boost the economy. The EU's openness to defence spending represents a further boost for our country, which will be able to modernise its system without having a negative impact on public accounts. The foresight of Italian institutions will be crucial to maximise these resources for the benefit of future generations and European defence.

NATO calls for 'much, much more': Italy ready to contribute to European defence

Mark Rutte, NATO Secretary General, emphasises the need to strengthen investment in security. Italy is taking significant steps forward, aiming at an efficient allocation of resources to ensure the security of its citizens and the stability of the continent. The challenge is ambitious, but our country is ready to take it up with determination and responsibility for European defence.

The European Union unites: a common fund for a shared European defence

Dopo anni di incertezze, Bruxelles sta rafforzando il proprio ruolo nella sicurezza comune. Al G20 Finanza in Sudafrica si discuterà di un possibile “fondo per il riarmo” o addirittura di una “banca per il riarmo”, strumenti innovativi che potrebbero garantire stabilità e crescita. Anche Londra, nonostante la Brexit, potrebbe rientrare nella cooperazione militare europea, ampliando ulteriormente le prospettive di collaborazione per la difesa europea.

Un new global security model based on European defence

Parigi e Londra stanno rafforzando la loro cooperazione per una difesa comune, e l’Italia si prepara a giocare un ruolo chiave nella difesa europea. L’ipotesi di una forza di peacekeeping di 30.000 uomini in Ucraina è sul tavolo e l’UE dimostra di essere pronta a prendere decisioni strategiche per il futuro. Ursula von der Leyen spinge per un “scudo europeo” che garantisca sicurezza e stabilità nel lungo termine.

LIitalia as a protagonist in the new international European defence scenario

With NATO, the EU and major global players engaged in redefining security arrangements, Italy has a unique opportunity to consolidate its role in European defence. Our country has always known how to combine prudence and farsightedness, and with the new measures it can make a decisive contribution to international stability. The future is being built today, and Italy is ready to play a leading role in European defence.