Is Germany changing its strategic thinking? New security council explained | Berlin Briefing Podcast
August 29, 2025
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as posted by the channelThe German government is seeking answers to growing tensions involving foreign actors such as Russia, China, and Iran. As part of Chancellor Merz’s new strategy, the government has approved the establishment of a National Security Council (NSC) to streamline security policy and improve decision-making during crises.
In this episode of Berlin Briefing, DW’s Nina Haase breaks down the core purpose of this new institution and explores whether it can strengthen Germany’s security capabilities. She is joined by Marcus Pindur from Germany’s public radio and Sarah Bressan from the Global Public Policy Institute (GPPi).
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