The French defence industry is one of the strongest in Europe, with France portraying itself as a leader of European security.
Greece, which has been modernizing its armed forces and strengthening its regional position, competing with Ankara, sees Paris as its most important military and political partner.
A new chapter in relations between the two countries began with the signing of the Greek–French defence cooperation agreement on 28 September 2021.
The French defence industry is one of the strongest in Europe, and France itself is trying to portray itself as a leader of European security.
Author's summary: France and Greece form a new military alliance.