MEMBER STATES CALL FOR URGENT INVESTMENT IN DUAL-USE TRANSPORT INFRASTRUCTURE
This week, EU Transport Ministers met in Warsaw to discuss how to strengthen the resilience of the European transport system in light of current geopolitical and security challenges. The discussions focused on the essential role of transport in supporting Europe’s security and defence, particularly in the context of Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine.
Ministers agreed on the need to develop dual-use transport infrastructure that can serve both civilian and military purposes. They emphasised the importance of improving coordination between civil and military authorities and securing adequate financial resources for military mobility, including under the next Multiannual Financial Framework after 2027. There was a shared recognition that the EU transport network must be capable of enabling the swift and efficient movement of troops and military equipment in times of crisis.
Cybersecurity threats to transport infrastructure were another key topic. Ministers acknowledged that cyberattacks can disrupt communication and supply chains and pose serious risks to public safety and economic continuity. They agreed on the need to protect transport-related data, improve coordination and information-sharing mechanisms between Member States, and strengthen public-private cooperation to enhance resilience. The exchange of experiences among ministers reinforced the need for a coordinated and forward-looking approach to transport security in all its dimensions.