Should Germany increase or decrease military spending?
In 2015, the German government announced it was raising its defense spending in order to meet a NATO requirement that all members budgets be at least 2% of GDP. Germany’s current military budget is 1.2% of GDP or €33 billion. The additional funding will allow the defense ministry to expand its armed forces and support NATO engagement in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
49% Increase |
33% Decrease |
45% Increase |
33% Decrease |
4% Increase, but only after our deficit is drastically reduced |
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Unique answers from Germany users whose views extended beyond the provided choices.
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Increase as to not be too reliant on US foreign policy and so Germany can make up it's own mind regarding foreign policy without external intervention or pressure from allies
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Increased to meet at least the 2% minimum of GDP set by NATO.
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Make the spending actually have an effect, instead of going to waste.
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Leaders should have the courage to follow the path of peace rather than focus on military spending.
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In general I would pledge for destroying all weapons worldwide
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