All articles tagged with #national security strategy
Originally Published 6 days ago — by The Guardian
The US has reaffirmed its criticism of Europe, framing its recent national security strategy as a warning rather than an insult, citing concerns over Europe's economic decline and advocating for reforms to reduce regulation and boost growth, amidst ongoing trade tensions and efforts to strengthen the transatlantic alliance.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Politico
Michael Anton, a top official in the Trump State Department and a key author of the national security strategy, is expected to leave in the fall amid internal frustrations and staffing issues, though it remains unclear if he will leave the administration entirely.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox News
Germany has reportedly removed a clause from its draft budget financing law that pledged to spend at least 2% of its GDP annually on defense, reneging on its commitment to meet NATO's defense spending target. The move has drawn criticism from the US and allies, who have long called on Germany to meet the 2% target. Instead, Germany will continue its existing National Security Strategy of meeting the target on average over a five-year period. Meanwhile, Germany has secured its largest-ever defense deal with Israel, purchasing a sophisticated missile defense system for $3.5 billion, which could draw the attention of Russia.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WSWS
Germany's National Security Strategy, titled "On guard. Resilient. Sustainable. Integrated Security for Germany," is a blueprint for war abroad and the establishment of a police state at home. The document aims to increase German military spending to 2% of GDP, excluding the special fund, and enable the Bundeswehr to wage permanent war. The scenarios extend to nuclear war. The National Security Strategy subordinates all areas of economic and social life to the concept of "security" and de facto declares them to be war-relevant.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Euronews
Germany's first comprehensive national security strategy singles out Russia as the greatest security threat "for the foreseeable future" and advocates a balanced approach to China. The strategy also warns of countries trying to reshape the existing international order and proposes increasing Germany's ability to counter hybrid threats. Chancellor Olaf Scholz announced a "turning point" in military spending in response to heightened anxiety about Germany's preparedness following the war in Ukraine. The strategy acknowledges China as a partner in resolving global challenges and crises but criticizes its disregard for human rights and attempts to remould the existing rules-based international order.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Reuters.com
Germany has released its first national security strategy, which highlights China as a growing threat to global security due to its aggressive claims of supremacy in Asia and use of economic might to achieve political goals. The strategy includes a commitment to raising defence spending and creating an agency to fight cyberattacks, as well as measures to reduce dependencies on other countries for commodities and incentivise companies to hold strategic reserves. However, the document does not prioritise which threats to fight or contain any major surprises, and omits some major issues such as Taiwan.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by DW (English)
Germany has presented its first comprehensive national security strategy, with a focus on foreign policy and ensuring the safety of its citizens. The plan was delayed due to inter-party and ministry disputes, but gained traction after Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The strategy emphasizes the importance of Germany being supplied with raw materials safely and permanently, and aims to reach its 2% defense spending target from next year. Critics say Germany has been too complacent as new global threats emerge, with authoritarian states such as China and Russia proving to be increasingly assertive.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Defense News
Japan's Defense Ministry has signed contracts worth $3 billion with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries to develop and mass-produce long-range missiles, including enhanced versions of Type 12 missiles and a hypersonic ballistic missile for the defense of remote islands. The development plan is based on a new National Security Strategy that Japan announced in December as it seeks to significantly increase its military power to deter potential threats from China, North Korea, and Russia. Japan plans to nearly double its military spending over the next five years to $372 billion.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Japan Times
Japan has unveiled guidelines for a new program to provide "official security assistance" to like-minded countries, breaking with its previous policy of avoiding the use of development aid for military purposes. The program will initially provide equipment, supplies, and infrastructure development assistance to partner countries in the form of grants, rather than loans, to reinforce the region's "comprehensive defense architecture." The Philippines will be one of the first beneficiaries, with Malaysia, Bangladesh, and Fiji also being considered. The move is seen as Japan's effort to counter China's growing military influence in the region.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by POLITICO Europe
Germany will commit in writing to meeting NATO's 2 percent defense spending target as part of its upcoming national security strategy, despite squabbles within Chancellor Olaf Scholz's ruling coalition. The pledge will put pressure on Scholz to deliver on his spending promises, as Germany is currently on track to miss the target this year. The national security strategy will also include plans to increase spending for soft power measures, such as development and humanitarian aid, crisis prevention, and diplomatic and cultural engagement.