Martin Pfister
SwitzerlandpoliticianMaleb. 19645.3Global Dominance: 0.01%Martin Pfister is a prominent figure in Swiss politics, affiliated with the Christian Democratic People's Party (CVP). He is one of the few politicians expressing interest in leading the Federal Department of Defence, Civil Protection and Sports (VBS), amid significant financial and operational challenges facing the department.
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Martin Pfister is the current head of the department responsible for defense procurement.
Droht bald der nächste Flop?Switzerland· 2026-09-26
Martin Pfister, the head of the Federal Department of Defence, chose not to hold a press conference about the new security strategy.
Der Preis der Freiheit in EuropaSwitzerland· 2026-09-22
Martin Pfister is involved in discussions regarding the procurement of the F-35 fighter jet in the National Council.
Martin Pfisters Tour der Demut im NationalratSwitzerland· 2026-09-21
Martin Pfister commissioned the administrative investigation into the NDB's operations.
Cyberaffäre im Nachrichtendienst: Vertrauen in Führung beschädigtSwitzerland· 2026-09-21
Martin Pfister must answer many uncomfortable questions about the American fighter jet F-35.
F-35 Kampfjet: Wurden die Evaluationskriterien angepasst?Switzerland· 2026-09-20
Martin Pfister is mentioned in relation to the F-35 scandal but holds no blame.
F-35-Fiasko: «Dieser Jet verursacht noch viel mehr Kosten»Switzerland· 2026-09-17
Martin Pfister is advocating for trust and more funding for the army in the National Council.
Martin Pfister und das VBS: Aufräumen nach dem F-35-SkandalSwitzerland· 2026-09-15
Martin Pfister is fighting for funding for the military's rearmament.
EU-Verträge, Bankenregulierung, Armeefinanzierung: Session mit grossen ThemenSwitzerland· 2026-09-15
Martin Pfister is the current head of the Federal Department of Defence, noted for improving transparency.
SP fordert PUK und spricht von «Mirage-Skandal 2.0»Switzerland· 2026-09-14
Martin Pfister inherited a challenging situation regarding the F-35's costs from Viola Amherd.
Auch bei den Betriebskosten hat Amherd zu viel versprochenSwitzerland· 2026-09-13
Martin Pfister published the expert opinions shortly after taking office as Amherd's successor.
Was wirklich in den Gutachten standSwitzerland· 2026-09-12Martin Pfister is the Defense Minister advocating for a special fund for military procurement.
Rüstungsfonds: Ständerat will niedrigere MehrwertsteuererhöhungSwitzerland· 2026-09-10
Martin Pfister is the new head of the defense department, attempting to initiate change.
Fixpreis-Affäre F-36: Vertrauen wiederherstellenSwitzerland· 2026-09-10Martin Pfister is the Defense Minister who has been advocating for higher taxes to fund the military budget.
Schuldenbremse umgehen? Bund warnt vor RechtsbruchSwitzerland· 2026-08-12
Defense Minister Martin Pfister is expected to present his definitive proposal for the financing of armament expenditures.
Das sind die politischen HitzezonenSwitzerland· 2026-08-11
Martin Pfister is a member of the Federal Council and has been advocating for a tax increase to finance the army.
Finanzierung der Armee und KlimaschutzSwitzerland· 2026-08-07
Martin Pfister is the successor to Viola Amherd and appointed Scheidegger as deputy secretary general.
Armee will Logistik für fünf Milliarden Franken dezentralisieren. Kommt das gut?Switzerland· 2026-08-06
Martin Pfister is the new Minister of Defense tasked with developing a strategic direction for the army.
Rega-Hauptsitz am Flugplatz Kägiswil: Widerstand der HobbyfliegerSwitzerland· 2026-08-05
Martin Pfister is the defense minister aiming to reform the army to address current conflicts.
Die Schweizer Armee tauscht sich nicht mit der Ukraine ausSwitzerland· 2026-08-01
Martin Pfister is a member of the Swiss Federal Council with whom Austria has concluded thirteen bilateral agreements.
Österreichs Verteidigungsministerin Tanner über Luftabwehr und NeutralitätSwitzerland· 2026-07-30
Martin Pfister is the head of the defense department and has faced challenges in securing funding for air defense.
warum die Schweiz jetzt handeln mussSwitzerland· 2026-07-16
Martin Pfister spoke in May about 'significant additional costs' related to the purchase of American air defense systems.
Angst um den Zoll-Deal mit den USASwitzerland· 2026-07-14
Martin Pfister exemplifies the type of consensus politician who strengthens the cohesion of the collegium.
Sommaruga und Vatter über KrisenSwitzerland· 2026-07-14
Martin Pfister, a member of the Swiss Federal Council, expressed confidence in the national team's abilities.
Die Schweiz, ein Land zwischen Ekstase und ErnüchterungSwitzerland· 2026-07-12
Martin Pfister is the successor of Pälvi Pulli at the Federal Department of Defence.
Pälvi Pulli verlässt das Staatssekretariat für SicherheitspolitikSwitzerland· 2026-07-10
Martin Pfister is a political colleague of Markus Ritter, who won the Bundesratswahl against him.
Warum die verpasste Bundesratswahl ein Segen warSwitzerland· 2026-07-10
Defence Minister Martin Pfister expresses his gratitude for the modern technology that has made Zurich a significant arms location.
Der VBS-Chef besucht Rheinmetall in ZürichSwitzerland· 2026-07-06
Martin Pfister is the Federal Councillor who is advocating for a tax increase to fund military spending.
Schweizer Armee: Verteidigungsbudget wächst auf RekordhöheSwitzerland· 2026-07-06Martin Pfister is a member of the Swiss Federal Council discussing tax increases for the military.
Neue Dienstpflicht sorgt für KritikSwitzerland· 2026-06-29
Martin Pfister is a member of the Federal Council and has been vocal about the need for a tax increase for the army.
Der Bundesrat regiert in seltener Harmonie. Das ist nicht nur gutSwitzerland· 2026-06-28
