France is planning to increase its drone stocks by 400% until 2030, according to a draft law seen by Politico. The move is part of a wider effort to prepare for a "war economy," focusing on expanding munitions arsenals rather than the armed forces. The total defense spending will increase from 63.3 billion in 2027 to 76.3 million by 2030. However, fresh parliamentary approval will be required each year. The plan aligns with a push by French President Emmanuel Macron to make France less dependent on American weapons and achieve "strategic autonomy".