The Swiss army will receive an additional CHF530 million for armaments investments after parliamentary approval, bringing the total to CHF2.7 billion for the upcoming year. This funding includes CHF200 million for longer-range air defense systems, as the government aims for military expenditure to reach 1% of GDP by 2030. Despite opposition from left-wing parties, the conservative majority emphasized the need for enhanced defense capabilities amid geopolitical tensions.
The National Council is debating the 2025 budget, with various parties expressing concerns over increased military spending and the rigid application of the debt brake. The SVP, FDP, and Center advocate for fiscal discipline and security, while the Greens and GLP criticize the lack of planning in armament and call for maintaining humanitarian aid. The SP argues for a more flexible approach to the debt brake to foster future investments.
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