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Germany cancels Dutch frigate contract, re-awards to new firm; opposition pressures defense ministry
Tagesschau·DE · NL·3 days ago
The German federal government reportedly plans to order four more frigates for the Navy, with a budget of €5.6 billion and delivery expected by 2035. This continues Germany's ongoing naval modernization and force expansion, signaling a sustained commitment to strengthening maritime defense capabilities. The order's scale and timeline suggest a long-term procurement program, though specific ship class and capabilities remain unspecified.