German legislator suggests Berlin may withdraw from Franco-German jet initiative.

Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst

Source: Reuters

Updated: Aug 27 2025

0mins

Source: Reuters

Decision on Fighter Jet Development: The German government faces pressure to quickly decide on the future of the Franco-German fighter jet project, FCAS, amid concerns over delays and disagreements with French industry.
Blame on French Industry: Germany accuses French companies of obstructing progress by demanding sole leadership, which could jeopardize the launch of the project's next phase aimed at developing airworthy demonstrators.
Potential Alternatives: Christoph Schmid suggests that if a decision is not made soon, Germany might consider alternative options, including ordering more Eurofighter jets or collaborating with other nations like Sweden for future fighter jet development.
Call for Ministerial Action: Members of the German parliament urge Defence Minister Boris Pistorius to engage directly with the French industry and address ongoing procurement issues to move forward effectively.

About the author

Emily J. Thompson

Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.