The investment, valued at up to €7.2 billion, secures Germany a significant foothold in the defense firm, balancing the ownership structure between the two nations. Officials framed the acquisition as a vital step toward consolidating control over shared security interests and bolstering the stability of Europe’s broader defense industrial base.

With parliamentary resistance removed, the company is set to launch one of the most anticipated defense sector flotations in recent years. The dual listing aims to integrate the manufacturer more deeply into European capital markets, signaling a shift in how the continent manages its key strategic assets.