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The premiers complain that Berlin is already moving ahead with procurement from foreign manufacturers, including the Patria heavy mortar system and the CAVS “Pioneer Group” variant, even before domestic options have been properly considered. Although parts of the Patria vehicles would be assembled in Germany, the state leaders warn that “even if a foreign system were to be finally assembled in Germany, the added value would still largely take place abroad.” They also argue that switching from the Fuchs platform after decades of use would generate additional costs that have not been adequately calculated or taken into consideration.

Their concerns are heightened by the scale of Germany’s planned involvement in the multinational Common Armored Vehicle System (CAVS) program. Under a deal first announced in July 2025, Berlin is in talks to buy around 3,500 Patria 6×6 armored vehicles worth up to €5 billion. The CAVS initiative, which includes Finland, Latvia, Sweden, Germany, and Denmark, aims to standardize armored vehicles across participating nations, but critics say it risks sidelining domestic manufacturers and exporting jobs abroad.

“We ask you to also consider purely national solutions, from domestic production with domestic added value, when considering the successor to the Fuchs,” the premiers urge.

The German government is seeking to increase its defense spending from 2 percent of GDP to 3.5 percent by 2029, and therefore, significant expenditure is expected. However, state leaders want to ensure that “Made in Germany” is prioritized before looking further afield.

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