German bureaucracy and old gauges: why boosting Europe’s train network is vital to prepare for war.

NATO faces logistical challenges in Europe's train network due to Germany's aged gauges, bureaucratic hurdles, and prioritization of passenger and commercial freight over military hardware. This hinders rapid transport of military equipment, vehicles, and troops in response to threats from Russia. NATO's Joint Support and Enabling Command (JSEC) is negotiating deals for military corridors in countries like Germany, Netherlands, and Poland to improve military mobility.

April 06, 2024
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