France plans to boost parts of its missile and drone stockpiles by up to 400 percent by 2030 under a draft military planning law, Politico reported.
The draft outlines targeted increases across several munitions categories.
Stocks of AASM Hammer guided bombs are set to rise by around 240 percent, while air defense missiles, including Aster and Mica systems, are expected to grow by roughly 30 percent.
To support the effort, Paris has earmarked 8.5 billion euros ($9.8 billion) for missiles and drones through 2030, within a broader defense budget projected to increase annually.
The draft law foresees a steady rise in overall defense spending, rising to 63.3 billion euros ($73 billion) in 2027, 68.3 billion euros ($78.8 billion) in 2028, 72.8 billion euros ($84 billion) in 2029, and 76.3 billion euros ($88 billion) by 2030.
While these figures define the long-term trajectory, annual allocations will still require approval through standard budget legislation.
According to Politico, which reviewed the draft, the measures are framed as part of a shift toward a “war economy,” designed to enable France to replenish stockpiles at a pace consistent with prolonged, high-intensity conflict.
The document stated that “this effort is reflected in an increase in orders and deliveries and in the adaptation of industrial infrastructure through co-financing of priority production capacities.”
Boosting Defense in Europe
France’s push to scale up its stockpiles aligns with a broader European effort to strengthen defense capabilities and industrial capacity.
Under the EU’s Readiness 2030/ReArm Europe plan, member states are expected to mobilize over 800 billion euros ($919 billion) in defense investment in the coming years.
Within this framework, the European Commission recently approved financial support for France under the Security Action for Europe mechanism, aimed at reinforcing national defense capabilities and procurement.
Paris is set to receive over 15 billion euros ($17.3 billion) through the scheme, pending the finalization of loan agreements.
