European defence standardisation contributes to the advancement of joint and collaborative defence capabilities and serves as a strategic instrument for bolstering cooperation between EDA participating Member States. It stands as a critical enabler for an efficient European defence equipment market, fortifying the European Defence Technological and Industrial Base (EDTIB). EDA standardisation activities support these efforts by referencing Best Practice Standards in EDSTAR with the overarching goal of harmonising standards across Member States. As a critical enabler for cooperation in Europe, European Defence Standardisation is as an integral element of any defence activities.