Germany debates health insurance reform in Bundestag and Bundesrat – as deficits mount
(de-news.net) – The planned reform of Germany’s statutory health insurance system was the subject of a first-reading debate in the Bundestag, with Federal Health Minister…
Government launches electric vehicle support program and cuts aviation taxes
(de-news.net) – The German Federal Government is introducing two new mobility-related incentives: retrospective financial support for the purchase of electric automobiles as well as a…
Merz defends reform agenda and fiscal discipline, calls for a stronger Europe
(de-news.net) – Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) has called for continued structural change in support of the German government’s reform agenda, stating that fiscal restraint, and…
Germany prepares for post-rebate fuel market (Update)
(de-news.net) – Germany’s governing coalition has decided to end the time-bound fuel-tax rebate on July 1, citing fiscal constraints despite its role in lowering fuel…
Justice Minister advocates stronger legal framework against sexual violence (Update)
(de-news.net) – Federal Justice Minister Stefanie Hubig (SPD) has proposed a series of legal reforms aimed at strengthening Germany’s response to sexual violence, including longer…
Berlin talks held with coalition, business, and labor leaders
(de-news.net) – German coalition leaders, business associations, and trade unions held exploratory talks in Berlin on planned economic and social reforms. While no decisions were…
New SPD initiatives on taxation and industrial competitiveness
(de-news.net) – The Social Democrats are trying to gain a more pronounced economic profile. Two policy initiatives emerging from the SPD address different aspects of…
From pensions to taxes: coalition faces growing reform pressures ahead of social-partner summit
(de-news.net) – Germany’s coalition leaders will meet employers and unions amid mounting pressure for economic and social reforms. While Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) emphasizes dialogue…
