Cyprus, France and Sweden sign joint procurement deal for Akeron MP missiles

On November 6, 2026, during the Euronaval international exhibition, France’s Directorate General of Armaments (DGA) announced that Cyprus, France, and Sweden have signed a framework agreement for the joint procurement of Akeron MP medium-range anti-tank missiles. The weapons are manufactured by the European defense company MBDA.

This initiative is designed to pool and coordinate the defense capabilities of the participating nations, aiming to reduce procurement costs and ensure strict interoperability between their respective armed forces. The agreement serves as a strategic move to reinforce European defense sovereignty and may utilize funding provided by the European Security Action for Europe (SAFE) instrument.

The framework is described as an open-ended initiative, allowing other European countries to join the procurement arrangement in the future. While the announcement marks a significant step in trilateral defense cooperation, the official documentation focuses on the legal structure established to facilitate these joint acquisitions and enhance collective security measures.