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Germany to spend 10 billion euros on drones in coming years, defence minister says

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Posted on October 15, 2025

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BRUSSELS (Reuters) -Germany will spend 10 billion euros($11.62 billion)in coming years for all kinds of drones, German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius said at a meeting of NATO defence ministers in

Germany to spend 10 billion euros on drones in coming years, defence minister

Germany's Drone Investment Strategy

BRUSSELS (Reuters) -Germany will spend 10 billion euros($11.62 billion)in coming years for all kinds of drones, German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius said at a meeting of NATO defence ministers in Brussels.

Leadership in EU Air Defence

He also said that Germany will offer to take the lead in an European Union air defence shield and that Germany will increase its contribution to air policing.

Deployment of Eurofighter Jets

A spokesperson for the ministry added that Germany will deploy two Eurofighter jets in Polish Malbork from December to March

($1 = 0.8604 euros)

(Reporting by Sabine Siebond, writing by GV De Clercq, Editing by Charlotte Van Campenhout)

Key Takeaways

  • Germany to invest €10 billion in drones.
  • Boris Pistorius announced the plan at NATO meeting.
  • Germany to lead EU air defence shield.
  • Deployment of Eurofighter jets in Poland.
  • Increased contribution to air policing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are drones?
Drones are unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) that can be remotely controlled or fly autonomously. They are used for various purposes, including military operations, surveillance, and delivery services.
What is NATO?
NATO, or the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, is a military alliance of countries from North America and Europe that was established for mutual defense against aggression.
What is an air defense shield?
An air defense shield is a system designed to detect, track, and intercept incoming aerial threats, such as missiles or aircraft, to protect a specific area or country.
What are Eurofighter jets?
Eurofighter jets are a family of twin-engine, canard-delta wing, multirole combat aircraft designed and manufactured by a consortium of European aerospace companies.

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