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The 'Greece 12-Year Defense Modernization Plan - Counter-UAS Component' is a segment of Greece's €25 billion (approximately $27 billion USD) 12-year military modernization strategy (2025-2036), focusing on counter-unmanned aerial systems (C-UAS) to defend against drone threats. It equips all military bases and Army units with anti-drone capabilities, integrates into the multi-layered 'Achilles Shield' air defense system (including anti-drone functionalities), and involves partnerships with Israel for advanced technologies, domestic systems like 'Centaur', and UAV/C-UAS enhancements for high-tech warfare deterrence.
Original EUR 12.8B was incorrect (whole modernization plan is EUR 25-28B). Greece Achilles Shield program - multi-layer air, missile, and anti-drone defense system featuring Israeli platforms (Barak MX, David Sling, Spyder). C-UAS component within Achilles Shield approximately USD 3.5B. No isolated C-UAS budget line exists. Sources: Jerusalem Post Dec 2025, JINSA Feb 2026, Defense News Apr 2025.
https://www.trade.gov/market-intelligence/greece-aerospace-and-defense-uav-and-c-uas-modernization-plan