Patrick Sensburg

Patrick Sensburg is the President of the Reservistenverband, the German Reservists Association. He is currently newsworthy due to his involvement in the ongoing discussion about mandatory military exercises for reservists in Germany. Sensburg supports the idea of abolishing the "double voluntary principle," which currently governs reservist participation. However, he emphasizes the need for improved job protection for reservists to ensure that mandatory exercises do not negatively impact their civilian employment. His stance is relevant as Germany considers strengthening its defense capabilities in light of current geopolitical tensions, making the role and readiness of reservists a crucial topic. Sensburg's advocacy for better protection for reservists highlights a practical consideration in implementing mandatory exercises.