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EU to spend billions on encrypted software and drone technology
By EUobserver
The EU commission on Wednesday presented plans to spend more money on defence and security in the next long-term EU budget 2021-2027. A €13bn European Defence Fund will be invested in areas such as encrypted software and drone technology. A new €10.5bn European Peace Facility, will be set aside to improve the EU's ability to prevent conflicts, build peace and guarantee international security.