Buying Defence and Security in Europe

Buying Defence and Security in Europe is the first critical evaluation of the EU Defence and Security Procurement Directive 2009/81/EC which is now the basis for public and private entities buying armaments and sensitive goods and services in the EU. This instrument aims to ensure non-discrimination competition and transparency in the security sectors. Part one provides a critical analysis of the economical historical political military-strategic and legal contexts of the new EU Defence and Security Procurement Directive. Part two covers the main aspects of the Directive: its scope procedures security of supply and information offsets and subcontracting and finally its review and remedies system. This book is an essential overview of a legislative milestone in the field.