Overview

• Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis confirmed a €25 billion investment for the most significant military reform in the nation's modern history, extending through 2036.
• The initiative, called the 'Achilles Shield' program, includes acquiring F-35 fighter jets, advanced air defense systems, drones, and radars to bolster national security.
• Greece's defense budget for 2025 has doubled compared to 2024, reaching €6.13 billion, reflecting immediate implementation of the reform.
• The overhaul addresses modernization delays caused by the economic crisis and strengthens Greece’s geopolitical stance in the Eastern Mediterranean, particularly in light of tensions with Turkey.
• Key partnerships with France, the United States, and Israel are central to the reform, with agreements for advanced military equipment and cooperation already in place.