Germany aims for 460,000 deployable troops

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has reaffirmed the strategic goal of making the Bundeswehr "the strongest army in Europe," a position he says is shared by the Federal Chancellor. He outlined that the military buildup will be accompanied by growth in civilian personnel, particularly in roles that directly and operationally support the troops. Pistorius emphasized a move away from outdated 'silo thinking' in both civilian and military spheres, advocating for constant adaptation to changing needs.