You asked why Europe doesn’t do the thing that you think they should do. They explained why it is economically, politically, and diplomatically fraught. They didn’t challenge anything you said, they merely provided additional context, which was what your post specifically requested.
Why would any other country rely on us for military equipment instead of working on their own?
It’s not just about cost but industrial infrastructure and engineering expertise. There are rich and stable countries, that are unable to make their own advanced arms because their society and culture doesn’t value scientific study, education, and manual labor highly.
Saudi Arabia has a limited ability to make arms (assault rifles, armored trucks) while swimming in money. North Korea is dirt poor, but has the culture and determination to build tanks, artillery, ships, submarines, guided missiles, even ICBMs and nuclear bombs.
Which brings me to a point I didn’t mention earlier. Buying arms from abroad also buys good will and diplomatic relations. That’s a major reason why the Saudis buy mostly American and European arms.
I am aware of the massive setup costs, and exactly 0 of what you said invalidates anything I said.
You asked why Europe doesn’t do the thing that you think they should do. They explained why it is economically, politically, and diplomatically fraught. They didn’t challenge anything you said, they merely provided additional context, which was what your post specifically requested.
I answered your question, you silly person.
It’s not just about cost but industrial infrastructure and engineering expertise. There are rich and stable countries, that are unable to make their own advanced arms because their society and culture doesn’t value scientific study, education, and manual labor highly.
Saudi Arabia has a limited ability to make arms (assault rifles, armored trucks) while swimming in money. North Korea is dirt poor, but has the culture and determination to build tanks, artillery, ships, submarines, guided missiles, even ICBMs and nuclear bombs.
Which brings me to a point I didn’t mention earlier. Buying arms from abroad also buys good will and diplomatic relations. That’s a major reason why the Saudis buy mostly American and European arms.