The development cooperation budget is set to be cut again in 2027. Nongovernmental organizations are sounding the alarm and calling for funding to be restored to 2024 levels.
By Markus Bickel
The Greens are warning against the government’s planned sharp increase in defense spending through 2030, saying adequate oversight will be nearly impossible and that the Bundeswehr is no longer setting clear priorities given the amount of money available.
By Gabriel Bub
In 2026, EUR 57.1 billion is to be spent on defense from France’s strapped treasury. In the medium term, Paris will have to spend even more if it wants to meet the NATO requirements. Experts present plans on how this could work.
By Gabriel Bub
