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France has been proactive in reforming its military since 2018 through strategic reviews and successive military programming laws, modernization initiatives that have made France’s armed forces the most effective in Europe. The updated national strategy validated in July supports continuous adaptation, modernization, and increased capacity, including the addition of 45,000 reserve personnel with plans to reach 80,000 by 2030.
The Minister highlighted that these efforts have enabled France to be ahead of its European counterparts, and he assured that the nation remains committed to maintaining this lead amidst ongoing geopolitical uncertainties.