Germany’s parliament voted 512-206 to amend the constitution, allowing for increased defense spending, amid a growing trend of European countries taking on new debt for military purposes following Russia’s war against Ukraine. The move solidifies incoming Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s focus on defense issues and could lead to a significant increase in military aid to Ukraine worth €3 billion. The decision reflects a shift in priorities among European governments, with defense now seen as a top priority. This development comes as the EU prepares to invest massively in its armed forces, with loans of around €150 billion planned for military expenditures by national capitals.
Source: https://www.defensenews.com/global/europe/2025/03/18/germany-preps-constitution-change-to-finance-historic-defense-uptick