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…
Merz defends coalition record, sets agenda for second half of 2026
(de-news.net) – In addition to outlining the coalition’s legislative agenda for the rest of 2026, Chancellor Friedrich Merz defended the…
July brings major policy changes across Germany’s social and economic landscape
(de-news.net) – In July, a series of government initiatives affecting social welfare, taxation, pensions, fuel prices, and broader economic policy…
Artificial intelligence (AI) as growth engine and disruption force
(de-news.net) – German industry leadership and empirical findings converge on artificial intelligence (AI) as both a potential remedy for deindustrialization…
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…
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…
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’s multi-sector reform agenda: fiscal expansion and structural consolidation in the face of economic constraints
(de-news.net) – The German administration has advanced a wide-ranging reform agenda covering health care, pensions, security, fiscal policy, and housing,…