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German budget committee passes 2026 defence budget, defence ministry says

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Posted on November 13, 2025

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BERLIN (Reuters) -Germany's budget committee approved on Thursday the defence budget and the economic plan for the Bundeswehr special fund for 2026, with a total volume of more than 108 billion euros

Germany's Defence Budget for 2026 Approved by Budget Committee

Overview of Germany's Defence Budget

BERLIN (Reuters) -Germany's budget committee approved on Thursday the defence budget and the economic plan for the Bundeswehr special fund for 2026, with a total volume of more than 108 billion euros ($125.95 billion), the defence ministry said.

Key Procurement Projects

The defence budget includes five procurement projects worth around 3.85 billion euros, according to the defence ministry.

Economic Implications

($1 = 0.8575 euros)

(Reporting by Maria Martinez, Editing by Rachel More)

Key Takeaways

  • Germany's budget committee approved the 2026 defence budget.
  • The budget includes a total volume of over €108 billion.
  • Five procurement projects are valued at around €3.85 billion.
  • The economic plan for the Bundeswehr special fund was included.
  • The defence ministry announced the approval.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a defense budget?
A defense budget is a financial plan that outlines the funding allocated for a country's military and defense-related expenditures, including personnel, equipment, and operations.

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