The EU will have its first-ever Defence Commissioner, Andris Kubilius, and his agenda is anything but straightforward. He has to unite member states on defence policy amid rising global threats and create a 'true single market for defence' in the EU.

In an interview with Euractiv’s Aurélie Pugnet, Kubilius expressed determination to make this work by focusing on joint defence strategies, increased funding, and streamlining production. As defence has traditionally been a national competency, what is his plan for the future of EU defence? And why is the EU appointing a defence and space commissioner for the first time?

To break down these questions host Evi Kiorri is joined by our Defence Editor, Aurélie Pugnet.