Why Is Germany Buying Weapons Abroad, Despite Its Powerful Industry?

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German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius is investing billions in European and international systems, from Czech pistols to American fighter jets. Why aren’t these weapons being purchased from German manufacturers? Germany spent 24 billion euros on military procurement in 2025, focusing on European suppliers while relying on American systems, where domestic capabilities are not sufficient in its effort to modernize — and quickly. The force’s proc…