[bootsmann]

I provided salient examples to underline a counterclaim to what the OP said. Where is this fallacious?

If you want a broader overview you could also start with the world innovation index which reserves its top spot to the country hosting the CERN.

[resource_waste]

You can use fancy numbers to pretend that Europe is relevant. Just like France touts its obsolete military and is constantly called on its bluff.

The reality can be seen around you. A few high profile projects doesnt change how things actually are.