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Video. Fact-check: Did the EU charge the UK billions to join SAFE?

Updated: 20/02/2026 - 13:56 GMT+1

Canada paid a one-off €10 million to join the EU’s SAFE defence scheme, whilst the UK was reportedly asked for a much higher fee. These numbers stem from reports of real negotiations, but the full picture is more complex.

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