Samenvatting

The Dutch Minister of Defense, Eimert van Middelkoop, aims to maintain investments at a high level. But, how much should be invested in the Armed Forces? And how should the available money be allocated? The Dutch armed forces operate under difficult and ever-changing circumstances. Therefore, making the right investment decision is a complex process. Due to changing circumstances the need for certain weapon systems might change. It is not unlikely that weapons just bought, might not be of much use in five years time. This interview with Colonel ten Haaf, tries to shed some light onto the above mentioned questions