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Vote on CDU/CSU proposals on tightening migration policies anticipated
(de-news.net) – The Bundestag is set to vote on proposals from the Union faction aimed at tightening migration policies and enhancing internal security. Prior to this, Chancellor Scholz is expected to deliver a government statement. The proposals from CDU and CSU include the general rejection…
Scholz for a unified European approach regarding border control
(de-news.net) – Chancellor Olaf Scholz (SPD) has cautioned CDU leader Friedrich Merz against unilateral national actions in migration policy, emphasizing adherence to the constitution, laws, and EU treaties. Scholz highlighted that neighboring countries criticized Merz’s proposals for permanent border controls. He advocated for a unified…
Rhein (CDU) opts for a nationwide “integration obligation”
(de-news.net) – The Hessian Minister-President, Boris Rhein, advocates for a nationwide “integration obligation” modeled after Hesse’s approach. He emphasized that individuals wishing to reside permanently in Germany must speak the language fluently enough to participate in societal life. Additionally, newcomers must acknowledge and respect values…
Discussions before the vote on the Union parties’ migration proposals
(de-news.net) – Before the vote on migration policy proposals, Union Chancellor candidate Friedrich Merz has urged SPD and Greens to support the legislation, claiming broad public backing. Despite criticism of the AfD within the debate on the proposals, AfD leaders expressed support. The BSW, led…
SPD to submit own proposals on migration to the Bundestag
(de-news.net) – The SPD has announced the intention to introduce their own proposals on migration policy in the parliament, following the CDU/CSU’s suggestions for changes in asylum and residence law. These proposals include accelerating asylum procedures and establishing agreements with countries of origin. Additionally, the…
Improved data exchange concerning mentally ill violent offenders
(de-news.net) – The federal and state interior ministers have decided to change their approach to dealing with mentally ill violent offenders, focusing on improved data exchange. This decision followed a special conference convened after the Aschaffenburg knife attack, which resulted in two deaths. Federal Interior…
Vote on the Union parties’ influx limitation law this week
(de-news.net) – The CDU/CSU faction in the Bundestag has decided on Monday afternoon to place a bill to “limit the illegal influx of third-country nationals to Germany” on the parliamentary agenda for Friday. Initial considerations to introduce a bill on border rejections this week will…
SPD and Greens work with Union parties as to energy and economic reforms
(de-news.net) – The SPD and Green Party factions have reached an agreement with the CDU/CSU faction in the Bundestag on several legislative proposals. These include eight laws related to energy and economics, as announced by SPD Deputy Chairwoman Verena Hubertz who described the discussions as…
Merz (CDU) announces bill to limit immigration amidst controversy over border controls
(de-news.net) – The Union parties’ candidate for the office of chancellor, Friedrich Merz, has announced an additional migration policy bill for this week, besides existing proposals to be introduced to the Bundestag. According to the press agency AFP, CDU and CSU plan amendments to asylum…
FDP backs Union parties’ plans on asylum, calls for enhanced deportation detention
(de-news.net) – FDP leader Christian Lindner has reaffirmed his party’s willingness to support the Union’s asylum policy proposals in the Bundestag, stating that CDU and CSU measures rightfully aim to limit illegal migration. He urged SPD and Greens to reconsider their stance and support the…
Security laws to be introduced by the SPD
(de-news.net) – SPD General Secretary Matthias Miersch has announced that the SPD would present additional security laws in the Bundestag this week, seeking discussions with other democratic factions. Miersch mentioned that the SPD would introduce laws on expanded powers for the Federal Police and on…
Continued controversy regarding CDU/CSU proposal on migration and security
(de-news.net) – Johann Wadephul, the deputy chairman of the Union parliamentary group, has urged the SPD and Greens to support the CDU/CSU five-point proposal on migration and internal security. He emphasized the need to address migration issues democratically to prevent the AfD from benefiting from…
