The Czech government has approved a concept for developing the Czech Army through 2040. It reflects current security threats and technological changes and sets out the capabilities the military aims to achieve by that year.
The priorities include regularly increasing the size of the army and active reserves, and maintaining modern, interoperable equipment, including effective air defence and remotely operated systems. The concept also calls for the military to adapt and innovate more quickly.
Prime Minister Andrej Babiš said the army needs to add at least 3,000 personnel each year. He said the target was being met this year, with the figure reaching 3,696 as of 16 October. The top priority is air and counter-drone defence.
