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Boris Pistorius
Boris Pistorius has been serving as Germany's Defense Minister since January 2023.
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Reports & Analysis
Germany's Pistorius wraps up Indo-Pacific trip
Germany's Pistorius wraps up Indo-Pacific trip
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius said the week-long visit was meant to contribute to stability in the region.
Germany participates in Pacific Skies military exercises
Germany participates in Pacific Skies military exercises
Pacific Skies is a training series in the Indo-Pacific held by Western and regional partners.
German defense minister: NATO must do more for own security
German defense minister: NATO must do more for own security
The defense minister spoke to DW in Hawaii about Germany's evolving defense policy amid multiple global security crises.
German Cabinet approves budget for 2025
German Cabinet approves budget for 2025
The three governing parties had tensely negotiated the budget for weeks. DW looks at the challenges that remain.
Germany presents plan to boost military reserves
Germany presents plan to boost military reserves
Germany's Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has outlined a new plan aimed at increasing the number of army recruits.
Germans not worried about war — but should they be?
Germans not worried about war — but should they be?
Politicians in Germany are warning of the threat of a Russian attack. But normal Germans seem to see things differently.
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In the spotlight
Women still rare in Germany's military
For the first time, a woman is commanding a German navy unit. But women are still underrepresented in the Bundeswehr.
Germany mulls reintroduction of compulsory military service
As the Bundeswehr faces a dramatic personnel shortage, Defense Minister Boris Pistorius is reconsidering conscription.
Germany debates 'war ready' Bundeswehr
Is the German public on board with such a momentous shift in defense priorities?
Germany and France: Still keen on joint defense projects?
Germany and France decided to jointly develop key weapons systems. But several have been abandoned.
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