The “Buy European in Europe” movement is gaining momentum in the defense sector. Today, French President Emmanuel Macron stated that “those who purchase Patriot systems will be offered the next-generation Franco-Italian SAMP/T, and those who buy the F-35 or another American fighter will be offered the Rafale.”

As the U.S. distances itself from Europe, European countries are gradually shifting toward equivalent systems produced by European companies. If this trend continues, the American defense industry could risk losing significant business in Europe.