Greece Prepares Official Protest Against Italy Over Piaggio Aerospace Sale to Turkey
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February 10, 2025 12:49
greece - Greece is getting ready to officially protest against Italy over the sale of Piaggio Aerospace to Turkish defense company Baykar.
Greece's Official Protest Against Italy
Greece is preparing to lodge an official protest against Italy over the sale of Piaggio Aerospace, citing violations of EU regulations. The sale of Piaggio Aerospace to Turkish defense company Baykar has raised concerns in Athens, with claims that Italy disregarded EU regulations by not informing all member states about the transaction.
European Defense Agreements Despite Greece's Concerns
Despite Greece's objections, European countries continue to engage in significant defense agreements with Turkey. Italy's largest defense and aerospace company, Leonardo, is also looking to expand cooperation with Baykar, despite Greece's worries about unmonitored defense deals.
Greece Monitoring the Situation Closely
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis recently questioned French President Emmanuel Macron about the sale of METEOR missiles to Turkey. While Greece closely monitors the situation, it refrains from direct intervention for now. Greece currently holds 36 METEOR missiles in its arsenal.