Infrastructure Acceleration Act: Pistorius wants to bypass environmental requirements for military construction

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius wants to accelerate the construction of the necessary infrastructure to accommodate the Bundeswehr’s new equipment and personnel. This will involve changing rules on nature conservation and environmental protection. The bill is now undergoing inter-ministerial review.

02. June 2026
Construction work at the Wittmundhafen military airfield. (picture alliance/dpa/Sina Schuldt)

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Last updated: 02. June 2026