The European Union Council approved €59.5 million in military aid on Monday to strengthen the defense capacities of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Chad, and Jordan.
The decision, taken under the European Peace Facility, aims to reinforce regional stability at a time of mounting security challenges across Africa and the Middle East.
The council allocated €10 million to the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, marking the second EPF package for the force.
The assistance will provide non-lethal equipment to enhance command systems, improve deployment and medical operations, and support river-border patrols before the end of 2026.
Officials said the funding is intended to help Congolese troops protect civilians and reassert state authority in areas facing persistent violence.
Chad will receive €14.5 million in the EU’s first bilateral EPF measure for the country, which already benefits from European support through regional counterterrorism missions.
The aid will help upgrade the Koundoul Academy for non-commissioned officers by supplying new teaching tools and modernizing its curriculum at Chad’s request.
Jordan secured the largest share of the package, with €35 million set aside to bolster the capabilities of its armed forces.
The measure will supply short-range radars, a local command system, and technical training to strengthen Jordan’s air defense and support wider regional security.
EU officials said the decision reflects deepening engagement with Jordan, following the recent signing of the EU-Jordan Strategic and Comprehensive Partnership.
The European Peace Facility, established in 2021, finances EU actions under the bloc’s foreign and security policy, including defense support for partner nations and international organizations.
