As Merz calls for optimism, Germany’s coalition must tackle reforms
(de-news.net) – At the close of the Cabinet retreat at Neuhardenberg Castle, Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) called for Germany to…
Germany weighs sugar tax as lawmakers clash over health and consumer costs
(de-news.net) – Germany’s proposed sugar tax has opened a broader debate over consumer costs, public health and the appropriate role…
Housing approvals rise sharply despite persistent construction constraints
(de-news.net) – In the first half of 2026, Germany’s residential building permits increased by almost 15%, which was the biggest…
Extreme weather deepens risks for Germany’s economy
(de-news.net) – Germany’s economy faces mounting pressure from extreme heat, record-low river levels, trade tensions and energy costs. Economists warn…
Germany grapples with record low Rhine levels, weighing river engineering
(de-news.net) – Germany’s exceptionally low river levels have intensified debate over how to respond to the growing impacts of drought…