Wealth inequality does call for reform of inheritance‑tax system – but with constitutional hurdles
(de-news.net) – Monika Schnitzer, the chair of the German Council of Economic Experts, has argued that a comprehensive and carefully structured revision of the inheritance‑tax…
SPD unveils inheritance‑tax reform plan as CDU/CSU rejects overhaul
(de-news.net) – The Social Democratic Party (SPD) has formally introduced a comprehensive proposal to revise Germany’s inheritance tax system, asserting that the existing network of…
SPD seeks 1-million-euro lifetime exemption for inheritances (Update)
(de-news.net) – According to a concept paper jointly drafted by the SPD’s leadership and its parliamentary caucus, the party has put forward a detailed proposal…
Merz sees momentum toward EU–India trade pact after talks with Modi
(de-news.net) – Following consultations with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Ahmedabad, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has signaled that the long-negotiated free trade agreement between…
Germany to reorient development policy amid budget cuts, prioritizing poorest regions
(de-news.net) – In response to increasingly stringent fiscal constraints, the Federal Government is preparing a strategic realignment of its development policy framework. According to Development…
Ministry rejects Länder calls for comprehensive ban on speed-warning apps
(de-news.net) – The demands put forward by the Länder for a comprehensive prohibition on smartphone applications that warn motorists of speed enforcement have been rejected…
Debate over income and corporate tax cuts highlights divisions over Germany’s economy
(de-news.net) – Leading figures from the SPD and the CDU/CSU have articulated sharply contrasting priorities in the ongoing tax policy debate within Germany’s governing coalition….
Transport and schools disrupted as freezing rain raises safety concerns nationwide (Update)
(de-news.net) – Germany’s national weather service has issued an extensive warning concerning dangerous icing conditions caused by freezing rain, affecting a substantial portion of the…
Partial rail service returns in northern Germany amid ongoing winter weather challenges
(de-news.net) – Following two days of widespread snow-related disruptions, long-distance rail service in northern Germany has now resumed, although operations remain constrained. Deutsche Bahn indicated…
Minister Dobrindt (CSU) announces enhanced surveillance and regulatory measures to protect critical infrastructure
(de-news.net) Federal Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt (CSU) has announced a comprehensive set of measures aimed at addressing the growing threats posed by radical climate activism…
