Germany and France End Joint Fighter Jet Project Amid Industrial Disagreements
Germany and France have decided to terminate their joint fighter jet project, the Future Combat Air System (FCAS), due to unresolved industrial disagreements. The decision was confirmed by German officials, who stated that the companies involved could not reach an agreement on the construction of the fighter jet. Despite the termination of the core fighter jet project, both nations plan to continue collaborating on the technology aspect, specifically focusing on the next-generation data-sharing 'system of systems.' This component is described as the 'nervous system' that integrates aircraft, drones, and other components into a cohesive whole. Discussions on future cooperation are scheduled for the Franco-German Ministerial Council meeting in Germany this July, where both defense ministries will draft a joint work plan for defense industry cooperation. 
