Philippe Querrier

Philippe Querrier, the strategy head at Thales, discusses France's dramatic shift to a 'war economy' amid rising global threats. He highlights the factory in Normandy that has pivoted from civilian to military production, responding to escalating defense demands. With military spending set to double, Querrier shares insights on innovations like mobile artillery and the Aster missile. He emphasizes Europe's need for localized defense manufacturing to reduce dependence on U.S. imports, ensuring a stronger and more independent European defense industry.