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The coalition government acknowledges NATO's significance as the backbone of collective defense but calls for the establishment of a European pillar within it. Their vision of defense cooperation includes standardizing practices and pooling resources among member states to improve military capabilities. Germany is also set to increase its defense budget substantially—potentially reaching 3.5% of its GDP—to help bolster both national and European security.
A crucial aspect of the plan is projected support for Ukraine amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions, promising increased military, political, and economic assistance.