Edward Marchesi On November 2, 2026, in Berlin, federal authorities released a draft strategy aimed at bridging the gap between Germany and the world's leading artificial intelligence hubs . The document, developed by the AI task force established in June, sets an ambitious deadline: by 2030, the country must become a sovereign digital nation , capable of mastering its own technologies and competing with the United States and China.
Key goals of Germany's AI plan for 2030
Among the goals set, the government expects at least 80% of large enterprises and 55% of small and medium-sized businesses to use AI- based solutions by the end of the decade. At the same time, 90% of federal agencies will have integrated at least one AI application into production.
AI agents will be used to manage all administrative procedures, where permitted by law, with full end-to-end automation.
Target for businesses and public administrations
The document emphasizes that the widespread diffusion of AI could increase industrial productivity , optimize processes, and improve control over complex systems. The goal is to establish " AI made in Germany " as a specialized production model , with algorithms optimized for typically German sectors, from automotive to precision mechanics.
Partnership and internal development strategies
To ensure access to global models, the German strategy relies on a network of European and international collaborations. The text emphasizes: "We are leveraging collaborations with like-minded partners in the EU and worldwide (especially France and Canada) to benefit the German AI ecosystem and ensure sovereign access ." In particular, cooperation with the French company Mistral and Canadian companies is seen as a catalyst for strengthening European alternatives to the US and Chinese giants.
Role of government as a strategic customer
The Federal Ministry has stated that it is acting as a strategic anchor customer , channeling public contracts and pilot projects to European providers. This tactic should accelerate the market entry of local AI solutions, reducing dependence on external technologies and establishing a more resilient domestic ecosystem.
Data center infrastructure and growth
A crucial element of the plan is the expansion of national computing capacity. The document envisions a 300% increase in data centers by 2025 to support the "+ computational power" needed for new models. At the same time, the plan aims to strengthen the semiconductor supply chain, ensuring a more autonomous and secure supply chain.
Finally, the draft emphasizes that the next 12-18 months will be crucial for defining the project's course, with the National Security Council called upon to evaluate and approve the course of action during the upcoming AI summit in Berlin.