Delivery of a multipurpose plane to the Beninese Armed Forces

The objective is to support Benin’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its defence infrastructure and improve its ability to monitor and respond to security threats, especially in the north of the country.

The EU’s support is key to strengthen the operational capabilities of the FAB. The delivery of a multipurpose plane is part of a series of EU-supported packages, financed under the EPF and implemented by Défense Conseil International (DCI group). This package, worth more than EUR 42 million, provides non-lethal military equipment to support the national effort of Benin in addressing increasing threats, as well as EUR 5 million for ammunition and small weapons. All beneficiaries undergo trainings on safeguards, international human rights and humanitarian law before receiving the EU-funded equipment.

The European Commission’s Service for Foreign Policy Instruments acts as Administrator for Assistance Measures under the EPF.