The initiative’s push for a more robust research base will benefit roughly 100 defense firms, which will be consistent with national and worldwide innovation goals. The initiative will also address Vilnius’ historical vulnerabilities in the defense sector, such as a lack of funding for early-stage financing, certification and testing infrastructure, limited inter-agency coordination, and innovation funding. In furtherance of a foreign military sale agreement made in 2022, the US has supplied Poland with more M1A2 Abrams main battle tanks. The tranche comprises 19 vehicles equipped with the System Enhanced Package 3 configuration, which enhances crew protection, maneuverability, and combat capabilities. After the transfer, the Polish Armed Forces will require that the vehicles be evaluated at a military facility in Pozna?.
