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New Leader Elected Amidst Crisis
In a decisive victory, Olaf Lies has been elected as the new chair of the Social Democratic Party…
May 24, 2025
Dax Plummets Amidst US Rating Concerns
On Monday, the Dax remained in the red after a slightly negative start to the trading day until…
May 19, 2025
Germany’s Defense Commissioner Advocates for Mandatory Service Amidst Recruitment Challenges
According to outgoing Federal Parliament Defense Commissioner Eva Högl (SPD), the future mandatory military service will not be…
May 19, 2025
SPD Chief Stands by Male-Dominated Leadership Amidst Female Criticisms
SPD Leader Lars Klingbeil believes that the presence of predominantly male leadership positions in the ruling parties and…
May 18, 2025
Swiss Authorities See No Impact from Tightened Border Controls Amidst EU Concerns.
The Federal Office of Customs and Border Security in Switzerland has not yet seen any impact from the…
May 15, 2025
CSU Leader Calls for Calm Amidst Retirement Proposal Debate
In response to the pension proposal by Federal Labor Minister Bärbel Bas (SPD), Reinhard Brandl, the parliamentary leader…
May 14, 2025
Development Minister Defends EU Supply Chain Law Amidst Chancellor’s Call for Retention
In the ongoing debate about the future of the European Supply Chain Act, Development Minister Reem Alabali-Radovan (SPD)…
May 14, 2025
Only One Woman Amidst Eleven Men
In the new coalition committee of CDU, CSU and SPD, there will be eleven men and only one…
May 14, 2025
Putin Suggests Talks with Ukraine in Istanbul Amidst Calls for Ceasefire
Russian President Vladimir Putin has proposed direct talks between Russia and Ukraine on May 15 in Istanbul. He…
May 11, 2025
CSU Chief Seeks European Approval for Tightened German Border Policy Amidst Criticism
CSU leader Markus Söder expects stricter border controls and refusals at German borders, despite significant criticism, to gain…
May 11, 2025
Minister Tightens Sanctions, Rejects Benefit Cuts Amidst Job Participation Push
The new Labor and Social Affairs Minister, Bärbel Bas, plans to “tighten” the sanctions in the Basic Security…
May 10, 2025
Dax Soars to Record Highs Amidst Friendly US Deal and Economic Optimism
The Dax continued to rise on Friday after opening at record levels. At around 12:30 pm, the leading…
May 9, 2025
Former German Minister Warns of Political Instability in Germany Amidst Chancellor Election
Former German Foreign Minister Joschka Fischer (Green Party) sees the political stability of Germany in danger. “It stank,…
May 9, 2025
EU Eases CO2 Emission Rules for Cars, Vans Amidst Criticism
On Thursday, the European Parliament approved a relaxation of CO2 emission rules for new cars and trucks. With…
May 8, 2025
Uniper Urges Faster Approvals for Gas Power Plants Amidst Energy Crisis
Uniper CEO calls for faster approval processes for gas power plants Michael Lewis, CEO of the Düsseldorf-based power…
May 7, 2025
VZBV: Demand for Lower Electricity Tax and Clarity on 58-Euro Ticket Amidst New Federal Government’s Consumer Protection Agenda
The Consumer Association Federal Association (VZBV) has called on the new federal government to implement a 100-day program…
May 6, 2025
EU and Indonesia Trade Talks Accelerate Amidst US Customs Policy Concerns
The European Union sees good prospects for quickly concluding trade talks with Indonesia. Talks have recently “made very…
May 2, 2025
Trump Nominates National Security Advisor Waltz for UN Ambassadorship Amidst Controversial Chat Group Allegations
US President Donald Trump plans to nominate his National Security Advisor, Mike Waltz, as the next United States…
May 1, 2025
SoVD Shocked by Top Manager Salary Gap in Germany Amidst Pandemic Impact.
The Sozialverband Deutschland (SoVD) has sharply criticized the gap in salary development between employees and top managers. “I…
May 1, 2025
Germany’s Employment Stalls in March Amidst Slight Labor Market Decline
In March 2025, approximately 45.7 million people with a residence in Germany were employed. According to preliminary calculations…
April 30, 2025
Lederer: Weimer Must Boost Cultural Infrastructure Amidst Cultural Battles Warning
Berlin’s former Culture Senator Klaus Lederer has warned the newly appointed Culture Minister Wolfram Weimer of a potential…
April 30, 2025
CDU Politician Sees Urgent Need for Social Security Reform Amidst Demographic Challenges
Thorsten Frei, the designated Federal Chancellery chief, sees the reform of the social security systems as a major…
April 29, 2025
Amnesty International: Global Human Rights Crisis Deepens Amidst Armed Conflicts and Authoritarian Attacks
Amnesty International criticizes the international community for failing to protect human rights. In its report on the global…
April 29, 2025
German Companies Struggle with Economic Uncertainty Amidst Trade Tensions
German companies are increasingly struggling to predict their business development. According to a survey conducted by the Ifo…
April 29, 2025
Karin Prien Urges Respectful Coalition Dynamics Amidst Minimum Wage Dispute
Designated Federal Education Minister Karin Prien (CDU) calls for unity and respect in the prospective black-red coalition. Prien,…
April 29, 2025
Former Foreign Minister Wadephul Calls for Continued US Support Amidst Changing Global Focus
Johann Wadephul, the designated Foreign Minister of Germany, believes that the close relationship between Germany and the United…
April 28, 2025
DAX Holds Steady as Airbus and Merck Surge Amidst Political News Lull
At the start of the week, the Dax showed a cautious performance. At the Xetra trading close, the…
April 28, 2025
Tariffs Threaten Jobs in Southern Germany Amidst Trump’s Trade War
If the threatened tariffs by US President Donald Trump against the EU were to come into effect after…
April 28, 2025
Steinmeier: Germany’s Crucial Role in NATO Amidst Putin’s War
On Monday, on the 70th anniversary of the NATO membership of the Federal Republic of Germany, Federal President…
April 27, 2025
EU: More Countries Lining Up for Cooperation Amidst Trade Wars
EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen claims that the world is lining up to speak with the…
April 23, 2025
UK Eyes Taurus Rocket Delivery to Ukraine Amidst EU Consultation
The United Kingdom would support Germany if it decides to deliver Taurus missiles to Ukraine, according to reports…
April 21, 2025
Record High Amidst Uncertainty of US Monetary Policy
Gold Price Hits Record High of Over $3,400 per Ounce The price of a fine ounce of gold…
April 21, 2025
Germany’s Peace Movement Struggles Amidst Tense World Order – Seeking Solutions in Multipolar Era
The War Against Russia Due to time constraints, it is not possible within the scope of this lecture…
April 21, 2025
US Wealthy Flee to Switzerland Amidst Trump’s Trade War Escalation
Wealthy Americans are increasingly looking to Switzerland as a safe haven for their assets amid heightened tensions and…
April 19, 2025
Israel Eyes Nuclear Strike on Iran Amidst US Warning and Tehran Threats
Israel reportedly plans to attack Iranian nuclear facilities despite warnings from US President Donald Trump. Reuters reports that…
April 19, 2025
EU Lawmakers Use Secret Spy Bags on Hungary Trip Amidst Allegations of Opponent Spying
Last week, five members of the European Parliament’s Committee on Civil Liberties visited Hungary. The purpose of the…
April 17, 2025
UK Said to Back Taurus Rocket Delivery to Ukraine Amidst International Coordination Efforts
The United Kingdom would support Germany if it decides to supply the Ukraine with Taurus missiles, according to…
April 17, 2025
ECB Cuts Rates Again Amidst Global Economic Uncertainty
The ECB’s decision comes only a few weeks after the controversial “Day of Liberation” declared by US President…
April 17, 2025
AfD Regional Politicians Announce Memorial Site Visit Amidst Foreign Office Exclusion Attempts
On their march towards Berlin, the Red Army had to overcome the Seelow Heights in April 1945, hills…
April 17, 2025
Central Asia: Little Players Making Big Moves Amidst Great Power Tensions
The relationships in Central Asia are an important subject for the study of the changes taking place in…
April 15, 2025
Apple Wins Temporary Tariff Exemption, Nvidia Faces Uncertain Future Amidst Trump’s AI Chip Tariffs
US President Donald Trump is planning to impose new tariffs on semiconductor products in the coming weeks, a…
April 14, 2025
Apple CEO Cook Receives Good News Amidst China’s Reaction
The Trump Administration has unexpectedly excluded electronic products such as smartphones or laptops from the special tariffs on…
April 13, 2025
US Temporarily Halts Tariffs on Tech Imports Amidst Trade Tensions with China
The United States has temporarily suspended the previously imposed tariffs on electronic devices such as smartphones, computers, semiconductors…
April 12, 2025
Putin and Witkoff Discuss Diplomatic Strategies Amidst Republican Opposition
On Friday, the talks between Russian President Vladimir Putin and the US Special Envoy, Steve Witkoff, also discussed…
April 12, 2025
US Ambassador and Russian Official Converge in Saint Petersburg Amidst Upcoming Presidential Meeting
US Special Envoy for the Middle East Steve Witkoff arrived in St. Petersburg on Friday. According to reports…
April 11, 2025
US May Withdraw Troops from Europe Amidst Push for Greater Defense Responsibility
US President Donald Trump has hinted that he would consider withdrawing American troops from Europe if NATO allies…
April 10, 2025
Hezbollah Ready to Discuss Disarmament Amidst Regional Tensions
While calls for the Lebanese Hezbollah to disarm are growing louder, a senior Hezbollah official told Reuters that…
April 9, 2025
German Government Demands Answers Amidst Erdogan’s Crackdown
The German government has responded to the arrest of Istanbul’s Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, stating that the detention of…
March 20, 2025
Billion-Dollar Bonuses Amidst Crisis
A recent report highlights the stark contrast between the German auto industry’s rhetoric and reality. Top executives at…
March 16, 2025
Macron’s Peace Bid Amidst Global Tensions
A new research study has been published, shedding light on the effects of a specific environmental factor on…
March 6, 2025
Israel’s Shocking Move Amidst Ceasefire Crisis
The first phase of the ceasefire between Israel and the Palestinian movement Hamas, which lasted 42 days, came…
March 2, 2025
CDU Politicians Demand Drastic Cuts Amidst Financial Crisis
In the face of the strained financial situation and the upcoming ruling on the solidarity surcharge, CDU politicians…
March 1, 2025
USAID’s Central Hub Shut Down Amidst Musk’s Scathing Critique
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has closed its headquarters in Washington, D.C. and instructed most…
February 3, 2025
UNION’S SHOCKER: CDU’s Top Leader Defends ‘AfD Votes’ Amidst Outrage
Following a contentious union proposal in the German Bundestag, the parliamentary leader of the CDU’s faction, Thorsten Frei,…
January 29, 2025
A Glimmer of Hope Amidst the Downturn?
Business sentiment in Germany has slightly improved. The Ifo Business Climate Index rose to 85.1 points in January,…
January 27, 2025
Özdemir’s Plan to Revive Global Sales Amidst Outbreak
As the outbreak of the classical swine fever (MKS) in Brandenburg has raised concerns, German Federal Minister of…
January 13, 2025
DAX Crashes Amidst Weak Midday Rally
The Dax index continued to decline in the afternoon, after a weak start to the trading day, and…
January 3, 2025
Mystery of Mayotte’s Death Toll Deepens as Macron Cancels Visit Amidst Unsettling Silence
Even days after the severe storm on the French-owned island group of Mayotte in the Indian Ocean, the…
December 17, 2024