Pascal Stirnimann
Pascal Stirnimann is the head of the Swiss Federal Audit Office (Eidgenössische Finanzkontrolle, EFK), where he oversees the financial management and audit processes of the Swiss federal administration. He has been a vocal critic of the procurement process for the new F-35 fighter jets, emphasizing the risks associated with the project and warning of potential cost overruns. His recent comments highlighted the failure of the Swiss Ministry of Defence (VBS) to heed financial warnings and properly manage the accompanying financial risks, suggesting that significant budgetary challenges lie ahead for the Swiss military procurement strategy.
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | 1 | 5.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 6,061 | $700,000 | 490$ |
| Totals | 1 | 8,654,622 | 6,061 | $700,000 | 490$ |
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Switzerland:
Pascal Stirnimann criticizes the procurement of the new fighter jets, stating that the VBS sought confrontation instead of listening to financial control.
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