European nations are prioritizing rearmament efforts alongside a strategy to lessen, but not eliminate, their reliance on China for military supplies. This approach was underscored at the G7 summit in France, where leaders from seven major economies committed to reducing dependency on single suppliers of critical minerals – a thinly veiled reference to China. The declaration signals a move towards diversifying supply chains to bolster national security and resilience. Analysts suggest a complete decoupling from China is unrealistic in the short term, citing existing economic ties and the complexity of the industry. Instead, the focus will be on gradual reduction and securing alternative sources for essential materials. The G7 agreement aims to mitigate risks associated with concentrated supply and ensure continued access to vital resources for defense production.