German Defense Minister Pistorius is on an Asia trip accompanied by executives from several German arms manufacturers, who see significant potential for new collaborations and profits from Japan's ongoing rearmament efforts.

Japanese Defense Minister Koizumi met with German Defense Minister Pistorius in Japan, agreeing on the critical importance of strengthening bilateral cooperation to enhance regional deterrence and to consult and respond as needed for peace and stability.

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has rejected suggestions of a leadership change within his Social Democratic Party (SPD) following recent electoral setbacks.

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius is visiting Japan to discuss security in the Indo-Pacific region, China, the Iran conflict, and potential arms deals as part of a multi-day Asia trip.

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius is on an Asia trip to strengthen relations with non-NATO partners, where Japan welcomes the Bundeswehr as a response to US President Donald Trump.

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius defended the planned acquisition of combat drones for the country's military, calling it a 'very important step' given the dominance of drones in Russia's war against Ukraine.