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Federal Council requests 970 million francs for air defense

In response to an intensified threat landscape, the Federal Council has requested 970 million francs to strengthen air defense.

19 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The Federal Council has submitted a supplementary budget request of 970 million francs to improve air defense. This request is justified by an intensified threat landscape that necessitates a more rapid enhancement of defensive measures.

Additionally, 100 million francs are to be invested in self-protection. These measures are part of the Federal Council's strategy to increase security in the air defense sector.

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