Category: Economy
Plant-based proteins could revolutionize the economy
(de-news.net) – The industry for alternatives to meat and dairy products could contribute up to EUR 65 billion to the German economy and create 250,000 new jobs by 2045, according to a study by the consultancy “Systemiq” for the “Good Food Institute Europe.” The domestic…
SPD to proclaim “Center Guarantee for a secure and social Germany”
(de-news.net) – In the second-last week of the Bundestag election campaign, the SPD Presidium intends to ratify a “Center Guarantee for a secure and social Germany.” The document emphasizes that Germany confronts resolvable challenges requiring solutions originating from and directed towards the center. The paper…
Chancellor Scholz and CDU leader Merz engage in heated debate over migration and the economy
(de-news.net) – During an intense televised debate on Sunday evening, Chancellor Olaf Scholz (SPD) and CDU leader Friedrich Merz engaged in a vigorous discussion on a range of topics. Scholz attributed economic problems to global factors, while Merz underscored the government’s accountability. The recent Bundestag…
Lindner (FDP) for a realignment of economic policy
(de-news.net) – Two weeks prior to the Bundestag elections, FDP leader Christian Lindner has called for a comprehensive realignment of economic policy during a party conference held in Potsdam. He asserted that the Alternative for Germany (AfD) should not be countered through moral appeals but…
German climate goals for 2030 unlikely to be met
(de-news.net) – Despite progress, Germany is unlikely to meet its 2030 climate target without further actions, according to a recent report from the Expert Council on Climate Issues. Although there has been a recent acceleration of the reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, especially in the…
The CDU passes its Immediate Program
(de-news.net) – During a CDU party congress in Berlin, the Union has approved its ‘Immediate Program,’ which is to be implemented if the federal election is won. All delegates voted in favor in an open vote on Monday afternoon. The program focuses on economic issues,…
Union parties: emergency program in case of election success (Update)
(de-news.net) – The CDU/CSU intends to implement the Five-Point Plan against illegal migration proposed by Union Chancellor candidate Friedrich Merz (CDU) immediately after assuming government. This is part of a 15-point emergency program to be adopted at the CDU party conference in Berlin on Monday….
Calls for more economy in the election campaign
(de-news.net) – Following the controversy surrounding migration policy, the CDU’s economic wing and employer associations advocate for a stronger emphasis on economic issues in the election campaign. Gitta Connemann, chair of the CDU’s Mittelstandsunion, highlighted the dual crises of migration and economy, noting the severe…
Bundestag: energy package approved by multiple parties
(de-news.net) – The Bundestag has approved an energy package involving several legislative amendments. These changes include extended support for combined heat and power (CHP) plants, adjustments to wind energy expansion, and initiatives to better equip the power grid for the rapid growth of solar installations….
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…
Germans see need for reform, according to a survey
(de-news.net) – A majority of the German populace believes that comprehensive reforms are imperative for the nation’s future viability, given the current economic fragility, as indicated by a survey conducted by the Forsa Institute on behalf of the Confederation of German Employers’ Associations (BDA). Merely…
Habeck (Greens) wants lower guaranteed prices for solar power producers
(de-news.net) – Robert Habeck, the Green Party’s candidate for Chancellor and Minister of Economic Affairs, has advocated for a reduction in the guaranteed prices for solar power producers under the EEG. He posited that enhanced marketing strategies are necessary, and those who continuously supply electricity…