New SPD initiatives on taxation and industrial competitiveness
(de-news.net) – Two policy initiatives emerging from the SPD address different aspects of Germany’s economic and social agenda. While Steffen…
Chancellor Merz calls for confidence as Federal Government pursues reforms
(de-news.net) – At a CDU party meeting, Chancellor Friedrich Merz has defended his government’s reform plan, encouraged increased public trust…
Merkel urges patience with Merz government, warns against inflated expectations
(de-news.net) – Former Chancellor Angela Merkel defended the record of Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s government, arguing that it has already taken…
Germany’s Security Council bid falls short
(de-news.net) – In the General Assembly vote, Germany has lost to Portugal and Austria, failing for the first time to…
Debate over high-income taxes while preserving revenue neutrality in Germany
(de-news.net) – CDU and SPD politicians are debating possible reforms to Germany’s tax and social welfare systems, including adjustments to…
Constitutional memory and civic engagement: Germany’s ‘Day of Honor’
(de-news.net) – The 77th anniversary of the Basic Law commemorates Germany’s constitutional foundation while promoting civic engagement nationwide. Initiated by…
Pharmacies’ role in public healthcare expanded
(de-news.net) – The Bundestag has approved a major pharmacy reform aimed at strengthening pharmacies economically and expanding their role in…
Germany advances digital welfare and AI strategy
(de-news.net) – Germany is pursuing a broad dual-track digital strategy focused on both the modernization of public social services and…
Germany launches new digital initiatives to modernize public administration
(de-news.net) – Germany’s Federal Ministry for Digitalization is advancing administrative modernization through a citizen-focused hackathon initiative and expanded regulatory ‘real-world…
Everyday cybercrime and reactive digital protection shape German online life
(de-news.net) – The newly released 2026 Cybersecurity Monitor suggests that cybercrime has become a normalized aspect of everyday digital life…