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USA-Reise: Pistorius und Hegseth unterzeichnen Rüstungsvereinbarung

Rüstungsprojekte, UN-Einsätze, Tarnkappenjets: Der deutsche Verteidigungsminister beginnt wichtige Gespräche in den USA. Zum Auftakt vereinbart er engere Rüstungskooperationen.

USA-Reise: Pistorius und Hegseth unterzeichnen Rüstungsvereinbarung

Germany and the United States have decided to significantly boost their cooperation on defense projects by signing an agreement during a meeting in Washington. Verteinigter Staaten sind sich einig, dass robuste and mutually beneficial defense industries on both sides of the Atlantic are needed to tackle current security challenges.

Both nations possess strong defense industries that could further complement each other in producing advanced weapons systems, components, and complex ammunition. The high demand for defense goods necessitates increased production capacities, shorter delivery times, and reliable supply chains on both sides of the Atlantic to ensure supply security and alliance readiness.

The agreement establishes a political framework for future projects, including development, production, licensing, and maintenance of defense goods, as well as strengthening supply chains, reviewing technology transfer regulations, and enhancing research and development collaboration.

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