French defense minister kicks off ‘pact’ with industry in rush to field naval drones

The Quick Take
The French government is kicking off a new “pact” with the defense industry aimed at fostering a national ecosystem of drone makers that can quickly make new equipment tailored to its navy’s requirements.
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