Category: Economy
Germany could close some skilled-labor gaps through increased worker training
(de-news.net) – Further training could address nearly 17 percent of skilled-worker shortages in Germany, particularly in nursing, according to a new study. Employment has improved…
SPD challenges Linnemann (CDU) and the forthcoming care reform
(de-news.net) – Tensions over long-term care reform in Germany’s CDU/CSU-SPD coalition have returned, with the SPD opposing reforms entailing benefit cuts, instead calling for structural…
Munich is the German candidate for the Olympic and Paralympic Games
(de-news.net) – Germany has chosen Munich as its candidate to host the 2036, 2040 or 2044 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games, with the bid emphasizing…
Germany pushes reform agenda as tensions mount (Update)
(de-news.net) – The German Government is pursuing reforms aimed at economic growth and the sustainability of social insurance systems. Economics Minister Katherina Reiche and Chancellor…
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 and housing (Update)
(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…
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…
