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Following Russia’s war of aggression to Ukraine, the EU has pushed its member states to step up their defence spending.

Video. Defence sector intensifies lobbying efforts in the European Parliament

Updated: 24/06/2025 - 9:59 GMT+2

MEPs are coming under increasing pressure from lobbyists on defence-related issues, according to new figures collected by Transparency International. Over the past year, lobbyists from consultancy groups, trade associations and defence firms have organised 197 meetings in total.

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