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European Sky Shield: what’s at stake for Switzerland?
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May 17, 2024
The Swiss government approved Switzerland’s participation in the European Sky Shield Initiative. What is the initiative and Switzerland’s role in it?
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Joining ESSI will enable Switzerland to better coordinate procurement projects, training and logistics in the field of ground-air defense, armasuisse’s CEO said in a media interview on Friday. Purchasing costs will be reduced, as will delivery times, said Loher.
Switzerland will also be able to use training facilities abroad, particularly in northern Germany. In addition, joint procurement will increase the ability of European armies to cooperate in the event of conflict in Europe. If necessary, Switzerland will be able to defend itself in collaboration with other countries.
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