Event Brief
Portugal to purchase three frigates from Fincantieri
Filed: Jul 20, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET
Summary: Prime Minister Meloni says Portugal will buy three frigates from Italy’s Fincantieri.
WHO: Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni
WHAT: Said Portugal will purchase three frigates from Italy’s Fincantieri
WHEN: Jul 20, 2026 at 12:56 PM ET
WHERE: Italy
WHY: She described the deal as recognition of the Italian defense industry and as a way for Europe to reinforce autonomy through investment in its technological capacity and companies.
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