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Debate on German reform agenda deepens ahead of Chancellery summit
(de-news.net) – Germany’s debate has heated up over DGB ideas for mandatory occupational pensions, more taxes on firms and top earners, and an alternative growth…
Renewables drive rise in German electricity generation during first quarter
(de-news.net) – Germany’s electricity generation increased by 6.0 percent in the first quarter of 2026, driven primarily by stronger renewable output. Wind power remained the…
Support and opposition emerge as DGB pushes mandatory occupational pensions
(de-news.net) – Several political and economic leaders have expressed support for the German Trade Union Confederation’s (DGB) proposal to introduce a mandatory supplemental occupational pension…
Chancellor Merz calls for confidence as Federal Government pursues reforms
(de-news.net) – At a CDU party meeting, Chancellor Friedrich Merz has defended his government’s reform plan, encouraged increased public trust in Germany’s future, and called…
Politician-insult law faces scrutiny amid some disagreement
(de-news.net) – A debate has emerged within the German political sphere over the future of Section 188 of the Criminal Code, which provides enhanced protection…
Merkel urges patience with Merz government, warns against inflated expectations
(de-news.net) – Former Chancellor Angela Merkel defended the record of Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s government, arguing that it has already taken significant policy actions and rejecting…
Competing visions: long-term care insurance overhaul sparks criticism
(de-news.net) – Germany’s proposed long-term care reform, presented by Federal Health Minister Nina Warken (CDU), has triggered broad criticism from state governments, coalition partners, professional…
AI gains broad foothold in Germany as firms accelerate deployment
(de-news.net) – Artificial intelligence (AI) has become mainstream across the German economy, with a majority of firms now using the technology and many others planning…
