US EditionGermany Approves Law to Fast-Track Bundeswehr Arms Purchases
GERMANY, JUL 23 – The law aims to cut procurement delays and increase defense spending to $190 billion by 2029 to strengthen the Bundeswehr against rising security threats from Russia, officials said.
- On 23 July 2025, Germany's government endorsed a proposal aimed at speeding up defence acquisitions and the development of military facilities in response to increasing security concerns.
- The legislation responds to Russia's 2022 full-scale invasion of Ukraine and aims to meet NATO's increased spending target of 3.5% of GDP by 2029.
- The law raises procurement thresholds, relaxes mandatory tendering, eases environmental standards for military infrastructure, and supports faster contract awards.
- Defense Minister Pistorius described the initiative as a major advancement in enhancing security, emphasizing the goal to accelerate the procurement process for the military to improve safety in Germany. Meanwhile, Economy Minister Reiche highlighted that the changes would provide greater planning stability for arms manufacturers and acknowledged the introduction of substantial new borrowing.
- The law aims to boost Bundeswehr capabilities rapidly but faces critiques over risking inefficient spending and cronyism, indicating challenges ahead despite stronger defence commitments.
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