Germany invests €35 billion to enhance space defense capabilities by 2030.
Germany has committed €35 billion ($41 billion) to enhance its space defense capabilities by 2030, as announced by Defense Minister Boris Pistorius at the Space Congress in Berlin. This initiative aims to improve military satellite constellations for early warning, reconnaissance, and communications, focusing on developing resilient systems against jamming and cyberattacks. The strategy responds to rising threats from space militarization by Russia and China, highlighting the vulnerability of satellite networks as a strategic concern. By establishing a dedicated military satellite operations center within the Bundeswehr Space Command, Germany aims to bolster its readiness for future conflicts extending into orbital domains, underlining the importance of secure space operations within European and transatlantic partnerships like NATO and the EU. This move reflects a significant shift in Germany’s defense posture regarding emerging global threats.
