European defense manufacturers like MBDA and Supacat are reducing reliance on U.S. parts to sidestep restrictive ITAR regulations. MBDA CEO Éric Béranger confirmed efforts to create “desensitised” weapons free of American components. The move reflects growing unease over U.S. reliability as a defense partner, especially amid uncertainty linked to Donald Trump’s policies. Supacat’s Nick Ames highlighted a trend toward favoring European-made systems. This shift marks a strategic push for greater autonomy in Europe’s defense industry.
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