Drawing on insights from the Fraunhofer Conference on “National Defense and Resilience,” Saxony’s Minister of Science calls for more “precaution, strength, and smart preparation” and believes that the scientific community has a duty to act.
By Sebastian Gemkow
In future, the European Commission is looking to focus more strongly on the positive effects of corporate mergers, such as economies of scale, innovation and resilience. However, the new guidelines are unlikely to trigger a revolution in merger control.
By János Allenbach-Ammann
On Tuesday, Andrea Wechsler (CDU) and Nicolás González Casares (S&D) will present the European Resilience Alliance for Clean Hydrogen & Derivatives alongside Commission Vice-President Teresa Ribera and industry representatives. Wechsler is calling for greater coordination along the value chain.
By Andrea Wechsler
At the Federal Ministry of the Interior, the issue of civil defense is increasingly coming into focus. A major initiative is now in the works that could fundamentally change collaboration with the Bundeswehr.
By Lisa-Martina Klein
Fast, secure data transmission is becoming a decisive factor in defense capability, the political scientist Holger Mey writes. Germany must expand its digital infrastructure, particularly in rural areas where many military bases are located.
By Holger Mey
In the event of a conflict, economic resilience is critical to maintaining security of supply and military operational capability. Companies need to prepare for crisis scenarios at an early stage to help safeguard social stability.
By Ferdinand Gehringer and Eike Kraft
When talking about security, we must consider the people who pay their bills, shop, or use digital services every day.
By Ramona Pop
The German Council on Foreign Relations (DGAP) is expanding its security expertise. From mid-March, Nina Locher will be responsible for establishing the new Resilience and Integrated Security division.
By Lisa-Martina Klein
Spacecraft in geostationary orbit are vulnerable to espionage and, ultimately, to destruction. Low Earth orbit offers greater resilience. However, deploying large-scale systems there requires substantial funding, time and close international coordination – creating a strategic dilemma.
By Ulrich Walter
The European Union’s scientific advisory board warns that, without adequate adaptation, escalating climate risks could “undermine the EU’s economic and social foundations.” The researchers are calling for a more systematic and better coordinated approach to preparedness among member states.
By Alexandra Endres
