At its meeting on 21 October 2026, the Federal Council adopted its response to the report «Fixpreis F-35A» by the National Council Control Committee. It accepts six of the seven recommendations in full and one in part; some have already been implemented. The Federal Department of Defence, Civil Protection and Sport (DDPS) has already initiated improvements to the procurement process in the past or is examining further measures. The focus is on improved cooperation with Parliament, improved risk management and greater transparency in major armament procurements.
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In the original German version, the title and lead are reproduced verbatim from the official press release issued by the Federal Department of Defence, Civil Protection and Sport (DDPS). The statements reflect this source. This English version is a translation.
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Federal Department of Defence, Civil Protection and Sport (DDPS): «Fixpreis F-35A: Bundesrat verabschiedet Stellungnahme zum Bericht der GPK-N». Published on 23 October 2026. https://www.admin.ch/de/newnsb/IXuaTbYOxVJu