The new record high in military spending is alarming churches and nongovernmental organizations. According to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), Europe is the main driver of the global arms race.
By Markus Bickel
Since Olaf Scholz declared a “Zeitenwende,” the German government has signed 47,000 defense contracts. However, it declined to say how many of the systems procured under those contracts have already entered service with the Bundeswehr.
By Redaktion Table
According to a new report by the Stockholm Peace Research Institute, Germany is now the world's fourth-largest arms exporter. However, Russia's war against Ukraine is not the only reason for European rearmament.
By Maria Mitrov
China’s arms imports have dropped sharply over the past five years. One reason is the country’s growing self-sufficiency in domestic weapons production.
By Redaktion Table
The Thyssenkrupp subsidiary has made an offer for a Kiel shipyard that builds warships. The TKMS offer was non-binding.
By Redaktion Table
Head of government Robert Fico has announced that his country cannot be expected to provide any funds to support Ukraine at EU level. However, Slovakia could be indirectly involved through sales by the Slovakian arms industry.
By Marion Bergermann
