(de-news.net) – The German Association of Cities and Municipalities has urged democratic parties to form a new government swiftly following the federal election. The Chief Executive of the association, André Berghegger, emphasized the urgent need for a stable and capable government amid significant domestic and…

(de-news.net) – Johann Wadephul, Deputy Chairman of the Union faction in the Bundestag, advocates for a reintroduction of conscription, suspended in 2011, at the start of a new legislative period under a Union-led government. The CDU politician asserted that a growing Bundeswehr is essential for…

(de-news.net) – The President of the German Bundestag, Bärbel Bas (SPD), has called on parties to show respect and a willingness to compromise after the Bundestag election. In an interview, she emphasized the need for politicians to seek viable solutions for Germany and to engage…

(de-news.net) – The CDU/CSU plans to restructure several ministries in a new government, according to an internal chat message of which the CDU has confirmed the content. A potential new government might have up to three fewer ministries by way of merging existing ones, despite…

(de-news.net) – In the public service wage negotiations, employers have yet to present an offer. The Verdi union has called for warning strikes in public transport today in six federal states, involving over 50,000 workers from municipal rail and bus companies. Affected areas include the…

(de-news.net) – In a debate aired shortly before the Bundestag elections on ARD and ZDF, CDU/CSU reaffirmed their commitment to achieving greenhouse gas neutrality for Germany by 2045. This position was articulated by both CDU Secretary-General Linnemann and CSU Regional Group Leader Dobrindt. The Union…

(de-news.net) – The President of the Confederation of German Employers’ Associations (BDA), Rainer Dulger, has called for a paradigm shift in economic policy. He emphasized that the next government must prioritize Germany’s competitiveness in the political agenda. Dulger highlighted affordable energy prices, increased net income,…

(de-news.net) – Five years after the racist attack in Hanau, a memorial service is held in honor of the nine victims, attended by the relatives of those murdered, President Steinmeier, and the Minister President of Hesse, Rhein. Wreath-laying ceremonies will be organized at the gravesites…

(de-news.net) – Warning strikes are impending in the public sector. The second round of negotiations for over 2.5 million federal and municipal employees ended without progress, with no offer from the employers. The head of the Verdi union, Frank Werneke, stated that labor action measures…

(de-news.net) – In the days leading up to the federal election, the Green Party leadership calls for an “education turnaround” to address issues in schools and daycares. Their proposal, detailed in a paper by party leaders Franziska Brantner and Felix Banaszak, includes significant investments in…

(de-news.net) – Union Chancellor candidate Friedrich Merz proposes the separation of the economic and climate ministries in his prospective administration. During an interview on Politico’s podcast, the CDU Chairman articulated his critique of the existing structure, labeling it as inherently flawed from its inception. The…

(de-news.net) – The candidates for the chancellorship have addressed citizen inquiries in the ARD “Wahlarena.” CDU candidate for Chancellor, Friedrich Merz, reiterated that individuals without a permanent residence permit should leave Germany and promised tax relief for small and medium incomes. Additionally, he emphasized the…