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Return of temporary fuel discount cleared amid economic debate
(de-news.net) – Germany has cleared the reintroduction of a temporary fuel-tax reduction beginning 1 October, cutting energy taxes on gasoline and diesel by about 14…
German coalition seeks common ground on contentious pension reform
(de-news.net) – Leading members of Germany’s governing coalition are pressing for implementation of the pension commission’s recommendations while simultaneously seeking compromises over its most contentious…
Berlin Left faces pushback over security, antisemitism, and housing
(de-news.net) – Opposition is growing towards a potential Berlin governing coalition involving the Left Party. SPD figures Dietmar Woidke and Wolfgang Thierse, along with politicians…
Coalition weighs limits, exceptions in pension reform dispute
(de-news.net) – Changes to Germany’s pension law that permit deduction-free retirement following 45 years of contributions are being negotiated by the CDU/CSU and SPD. Reducing…
CDU leaders demand full implementation of the pension pact
(de-news.net) – In the German Bundestag, federal lawmaker Johannes Winkel and the CDU/CSU’s Young Group are pressuring the coalition to carry out its agreed-upon pension…
Germany tightens measures against welfare-benefit abuse
(de-news.net) – Through increased data sharing, new enforcement powers, and legislative changes, Germany is stepping up its response to welfare-benefit abuse. While local government organizations…
Fuel relief plan draws praise, criticism, and competition concerns
(de-news.net) – Germany’s planned fuel-tax rebate and future fuel-price cap are facing competing assessments over their effectiveness, consumer benefits and potential market distortions, with government…
Merz vows to continue reform drive after election losses (Update)
(de-news.net) – The CDU/CSU parliamentary group has reaffirmed its support for Chancellor Friedrich Merz and urged to proceed rapidly with its agreed reform agenda, following…
