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Romania and Moldova are enhancing military cooperation by jointly purchasing transport platforms and developing anti-drone systems amid increasing security threats. Prime Minister Luca Niculescu announced a military procurement agreement, marking the first partnership under the European SAFE program. This initiative aims to modernize military equipment and bolster defense capabilities. Recent unauthorized drone incursions into Romanian airspace have prompted discussions on joint anti-drone programs. The agreement also includes economic benefits, with IVECO platforms to be produced and tested in Romania, potentially creating jobs in the defense sector. The SAFE program allocates significant EU funding for defense investments.