European finance ministers approve €74 billion defence plans from eight states

Finance ministers from eight European member states approved national defence investment plans worth €74 billion on February 17, 2026. A spokesperson for the Cypriot presidency stated this decision facilitates affordable loans under the EU's Security Action for Europe scheme, which aims to enhance defence procurement.

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European finance ministers approve €74 billion defence plans from eight states

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European finance ministers approve €74 billion defence plans from eight states

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