Germany develops new defense modernization strategy
Germany develops new defense modernization strategy (Getty Images)
The German government is working on a document aimed at modernizing the country's defense industry, according to Reuters.
A spokesman for the Ministry of Economy announced the development of a new strategy for defense modernization in Germany but he did not provide additional details.
“I can confirm that the government is working on the strategy paper for the modernization of the defense and security industry. It is being developed in several departments,” the spokesman said.
Shortly before that, Handelsblatt reported that the strategic document would contain points that would allow for faster approval of the construction of weapons factories in Germany, including shorter deadlines and fewer objections from civil society initiatives.
Germany's tripartite coalition plans to adopt the document in August, the media says.
According to earlier reports, German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius wants to get more money for defense due to Russia's armed aggression in Ukraine. He said he was disappointed with the draft budget for 2025, which the German government recently approved.
