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SWP analyst says Germany and Europe must build long range naval power for sea lanes

SWP's Julian Pawlak argues Germany and Europe must build capability for sustained long range naval operations, show political will to project power, and deepen cooperation with partners to protect sea lanes, since European navies are focused on deterring Russia.

Verified Opinion AI-drafted SWP Berlin, SWP Comment 2026/C 41, 15 October 2026

What it does not test. This does not reflect any funding decision, capability programme or policy adopted by a European government.

How this item counts. No movement: no answer to who owns, who operates, whose law governs or who made the parts changes. Weight 0. Opinion argues Europe should fund long range naval capability beyond home waters, not yet acted on. European Sovereignty Index

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