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Germany Wants to Double Its Defense Spending. Where Should the Money Go?

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After decades of Berlin underinvesting in its defense, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has plans to transform the Bundeswehr into Europe’s strongest military.

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With the introduction of voluntary conscription, Germany is taking a step toward becoming the strongest military in Europe. Such an armed force is Chancellor Merz's dream. Experts see it as a prelude to full conscription, and not just in Germany.

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In order to boost military strength, the government has introduced a bill providing for a partial return to conscription on a voluntary basis, and all young Germans will have to answer a mandatory questionnaire.

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Wants to make the Bundeswehr the strongest army in Europe German Prime Minister Friedrich Merz wants to make the Bundeswehr the strongest army in Europe. The government maintains voluntary military service, but does not rule out conscription, Der Spiegel reported on Wednesday. New law Merz describes a new law as an important step towards increased defense capabilities: “We are now back on the path towards a conscription army,” Merz said after a…

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Nettavisen broke the news in on Wednesday, August 27, 2025.
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