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Germany faces larger workforce gap than previously expected, according to a study
(de-news.net) – A new study projects that Germany will face a significantly larger labor shortage than previously expected, driven by worsening demographic trends, lower immigration,…
New EU asylum framework seeks faster procedures and stronger border controls
(de-news.net) – The European Union’s new Common European Asylum System (GEAS) has entered into force, introducing accelerated border procedures, mandatory screening, and a solidarity mechanism…
Germany debates health insurance reform in Bundestag and Bundesrat – as deficits mount
(de-news.net) – The planned reform of Germany’s statutory health insurance system was the subject of a first-reading debate in the Bundestag, with Federal Health Minister…
Government launches electric vehicle support program and cuts aviation taxes
(de-news.net) – The German Federal Government is introducing two new mobility-related incentives: retrospective financial support for the purchase of electric automobiles as well as a…
Merz defends reform agenda and fiscal discipline, calls for a stronger Europe
(de-news.net) – Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) has called for continued structural change in support of the German government’s reform agenda, stating that fiscal restraint, and…
Germany prepares for post-rebate fuel market (Update)
(de-news.net) – Germany’s governing coalition has decided to end the time-bound fuel-tax rebate on July 1, citing fiscal constraints despite its role in lowering fuel…
Justice Minister advocates stronger legal framework against sexual violence (Update)
(de-news.net) – Federal Justice Minister Stefanie Hubig (SPD) has proposed a series of legal reforms aimed at strengthening Germany’s response to sexual violence, including longer…
Berlin talks held with coalition, business, and labor leaders
(de-news.net) – German coalition leaders, business associations, and trade unions held exploratory talks in Berlin on planned economic and social reforms. While no decisions were…