AfD Raises Questions on Government Reliance on Cloud Services
Berlin – The AfD parliamentary group has formally inquired about the extent of the German federal government’s reliance on external cloud service providers and the potential implications for data security and sovereignty. The query, published by the Bundestag’s press office under the headline “Clouddienste: AfD fragt nach Abhängigkeit von Unternehmen” (Cloud Services: AfD Asks About Dependence on Companies), was released on July 29, 2025, at 08:18.
This parliamentary initiative signals a growing concern within some political circles regarding the increasing use of commercial cloud solutions by government ministries and agencies. The AfD’s questions are likely to focus on several key areas, including the specific providers currently being utilized, the nature of the data being processed and stored in these cloud environments, and the contractual agreements in place to ensure data protection and compliance with German and European Union regulations.
A central theme of the inquiry is expected to be the issue of governmental dependence on a limited number of large, often non-European, technology companies. The AfD is likely probing the potential risks associated with such dependence, such as disruptions in service, unauthorized access to sensitive information, or the possibility of foreign governments exerting influence over data held by these providers. The concept of “digital sovereignty” – the ability of a nation to control its own digital infrastructure and data – is often at the forefront of such discussions.
Furthermore, the AfD’s questions may seek clarity on the government’s strategy for mitigating these potential risks. This could include inquiries into measures being taken to diversify cloud providers, the extent to which public sector-specific cloud solutions are being considered or implemented, and the internal expertise available within government bodies to manage and secure cloud-based systems effectively.
The Bundestag’s role as a supervisory body is crucial in ensuring that government operations are conducted efficiently, securely, and in line with the public interest. By posing these questions, the AfD parliamentary group is fulfilling its representative mandate to scrutinize government policy and to raise awareness of potential vulnerabilities. The responses from the relevant government ministries are anticipated to provide a comprehensive overview of the current landscape of government cloud usage and the strategies in place to address the challenges inherent in relying on external service providers. This parliamentary exchange is a significant step in the ongoing public discourse on digital infrastructure and data security within the German federal government.
Clouddienste: AfD fragt nach Abhängigkeit von Unternehmen
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