Government to discuss army development strategy until 2040

President Petr Pavel will attend Monday’s cabinet session which is due to discuss a new military strategy until 2040. The document sets out priorities for the development of the armed forces and their preparation for a potential armed conflict.

The new strategy prioritises completing a heavy mechanised brigade, modernising a medium brigade and strengthening air defence and command systems in response to growing security risks, particularly from Russia. It raises the target for professional soldiers to at least 32,000 by 2030.

The government will also discuss the budget of the State Audiovisual Fund (SFA), which is expected to have CZK 2.4 billion at its disposal, including CZK 1.9 billion in state funding. The fund primarily supports audiovisual production through film incentives.