Poland Moves Toward First Aerial Refueling Fleet With EU-Backed Funding Request Aviation News – Poland has authorized its defense minister to seek European Union SAFE program financing to acquire the nation’s first dedicated aerial refueling and strategic transport aircraft, marking a major step in strengthening its air capabilities. The government filing, submitted in late November 2025, lists tanker and transport aircraft among Warsaw’s top priorities as it plans how to use its SAFE allocation of up to €43.7 billion.

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Canada now in the 'tent' of EU's loans-for-weapons programs | CBC News Canada and the European Union have concluded a deal that allows Canadian companies access to the continent's €150-billion ($244-billion) loans-for-weapons program.

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Defence minister says details about cost still being worked out

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3/6 The centerpiece: SAFE—Security Action for Europe. This €150-billion program represents the continent's most ambitious defense financing initiative.

Von der Leyen describes it as open to Europe's "very close allies, friends and partners." Canada qualifies.
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