Germany's incoming government plans to implement a new military service scheme starting in 2025, initially on a voluntary basis. The decision comes as security concerns have intensified, prompting discussions among political leaders about the necessity of conscription. CDU leaders have shifted from their earlier stance favoring mandatory service due to logistical and political challenges, notably the lack of infrastructure within the Bundeswehr to accommodate large numbers of recruits. The government's current approach mirrors Sweden's model and aims to strengthen military readiness without resorting to compulsory service for all young citizens.
"The first conscripts will have to walk through the barracks gates in 2025... We cannot stand by and watch as the world around us becomes more unsafe."
"We strengthen military service in Germany, following the Swedish model - initially on a voluntary basis."
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