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German coalition faces continued debate over reform agenda

(de-news.net) – Germany’s ruling coalition is under pressure to reevaluate its reform agenda. While parts of the SPD want more changes to address social concerns…

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German coalition faces new pressure over pensions and social reform

(de-news.net) – Following the AfD’s resounding victory in the Saxony-Anhalt election, the governing coalition in Germany is under increasing pressure to modify its reform agenda….

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Autonomous driving, EV subsidies, and the new politics of mobility

(de-news.net) – While considering EU-focused criteria for EV subsidies and postponing more stringent plug-in hybrid emissions regulations, Germany is increasing its support for autonomous driving….

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German Cabinet approves 10-billion-euro income tax relief plan

(de-news.net) – A 10 billion euro annual income tax relief package targeted at low- and middle-class taxpayers and families has been approved by the German…

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German Cabinet set to approve 10 billion-euro tax relief package

(de-news.net) – Germany’s Cabinet is set to approve a 10 billion euro income tax reform. It is focused on easing the burden on low- and…

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Long-term care system faces mounting financial pressure

(de-news.net) – With a projected deficit of 1.2 billion euros by year’s end, Germany’s long-term care insurance system is under increasing financial strain. While short-term…

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German Cabinet backs two-stage tax reform targeting middle incomes

(de-news.net) – By 2028, Germany’s proposed two-phase income tax reform, which would increase taxes on high earners while concentrating on lower- and middle-class households and…

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Germany faces deepening dispute over pension reform, especially retirement at 63

(de-news.net) – The proposed elimination of retirement without deductions after 45 years of contributions has revealed deep divisions among German state premiers and within the…

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