Germany Approves Landmark Drone Deal, Merz Visits China
The German Bundestag has approved a major drone acquisition deal, with some changes made to address concerns. Meanwhile, Chancellor Merz is in China for high-level talks.
In a significant move, the German Bundestag has approved a landmark drone acquisition deal, despite some lingering concerns. The deal, which has been the subject of intense debate, will see Germany obtain a fleet of state-of-the-art unmanned aerial vehicles to bolster its military capabilities.
The approval comes with a few key changes that were introduced to address the concerns raised by lawmakers. One of the most notable aspects of the deal is the involvement of US billionaire Peter Thiel's company, Palantir, which will provide the data analysis software for the drone systems. This has raised eyebrows among some politicians who are wary of the potential security implications of relying on a foreign company for such a critical component.
{{IMAGE_PLACEHOLDER}}Source: Deutsche Welle
