Covid-19 and States’ Defence Technological and Industrial Base: Impact and Policy Responses

The series “Covid-19 and Member States’ Defence Technological and Industrial Base: Impact and Policy Responses” examines the multifaceted effects of the Covid-19 pandemic on the defence sectors of various European countries and the United States. As Covid-19 triggered widespread lockdowns and economic disruption, countries faced unique challenges in maintaining their Defence Technological and Industrial Bases (DTIB). Key themes include the balancing act between national security priorities and the response to the sanitary crisis, the role of government support measures in mitigating damage, and the long-term implications for defence budgets and industrial capacity. Each case study illustrates how nations navigated disruptions in supply chains, procurement processes, and industrial operations while addressing existing structural weaknesses.