Get to know the Top 100 of the Table 2025: the 100 key figures in the security scene. Selected by the Security.Table editorial team in ten categories, from politics, companies, consulting, associations and think tanks to foundations, science, NGOs and society. Today: Administration.
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If the new French government gains the confidence of the Assemblée Nationale, Catherine Vautrin will have the opportunity to clarify Franco–German issues. The experienced politician will have an expert from the Ministry of Defense at her side.
By Gabriel Bub
On Sept. 15, Martin Jäger will take office as the new president of the BND. Most recently, Jäger served as ambassador to Ukraine.
By Maria Mitrov
As commander of the Büchel Air Force base, he is coordinating construction work for the new F-35 site. Costs are soaring due to US security requirements.
By Nana Brink
Daniel Andrä most recently served as foreign and security policy adviser to Friedrich Merz in the Bundestag.
By Wilhelmine Stenglin
Benedetta Berti will become the new Secretary General of the NATO Parliamentary Assembly next October.
By Viktor Funk
Teyfik Karakücükoglu, former chief of staff to Greens co-chair Omid Nouripour, has been tasked with better connecting policymakers and Germany’s aerospace industry.
By Viktor Funk
Greens lawmaker Jeanne Dillschneider sits on the Bundestag’s Defense Committee and Digital Affairs Committee. While she is well-versed in cybersecurity, engaging with the Bundeswehr and hard defense issues is new to her.
By Wilhelmine Stenglin