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Germans Doubt Government Reform Efforts
A recent survey indicates widespread public doubt regarding the ability of the German federal government to enact meaningful…
Bahn Reform Needed Blame Falls on Government
The Chairman of the Transport Committee, Tarek Al-Wazir, has strongly advocated for a fundamental shift in direction regarding…
Crafts Chief Accuses Government of Broken Promise
The president of the German Crafts Confederation, Jörg Dittrich, has voiced strong concerns regarding the current economic policies…
Industry Body Slams Government Over Traffic Woes
Concerns are mounting regarding the funding of critical infrastructure projects in Germany, with the President of the German…
Economist Slams Government Budget Plans
Leading economist Michael Hüther has voiced strong criticism of the German government’s budgetary policies, characterizing recent maneuvers as…
Wüst Slams Federal Government
A senior official of Germany’s Christian Democratic Union (CDU) has publicly criticized the federal government’s handling of a…
Government Faces Spending Demands
A recent analysis of the 2026 federal budget by the German Federal Audit Court has sharply criticized the…
Greens Accuse Government of Budget Tricks
The parliamentary group leader of the Green Party, Britta Haßelmann, has voiced strong criticism of the German federal…
Greens Demand Stricter Sanctions Against Israeli Government
A Green Party representative in the German Bundestag is calling for increased sanctions against members of the Israeli…
Government Boosts Spy Agency Funding and Powers
The German federal government has signaled a strengthened commitment to its foreign intelligence agency, the Bundesnachrichtendienst (BND), with…
Minimum Wage Not Linked To Job Losses Claims Government
Recent governmental analysis indicates Germany’s national minimum wage has not demonstrably impacted overall employment levels since its introduction…
German Government Cautious On Election Reform Proposal
Berlin – The German federal government has offered a reserved response to a new electoral reform proposal put…
German Government Disputes Claim Most Gaza Aid Is Seized
The German federal government appears unable to substantiate claims made by Chief of Staff to the Chancellor, Thorsten…
Government Defends Military Oversight Powers
Berlin – Concerns raised by the Left party regarding the establishment of a National Security Council and its…
Government Boosts Cybersecurity Measures
The German federal cabinet has approved key points for enhancing national cybersecurity, as announced Wednesday by the Federal…
Government Boosts Funding for Controversial Democracy Program
The German federal government intends to increase funding for the controversial “Democracy Alive” program, according to a report…
Health Chief Slams Government Welfare Policies
Oliver Blatt, the newly appointed head of the National Association of Statutory Health Insurance Funds (GKV-Spitzenverband), has voiced…
Government Proposes Electronic Tagging For Domestic Abuse Prevention
Germany is proposing legislative changes aimed at strengthening protections against domestic violence, the Federal Ministry of Justice announced…
Tax Professor Slams Government Over Cum-Ex Scandal
A leading German tax expert is urging the new federal government to intensify efforts to combat so-called “cum-cum”…
German Economic Advisor Criticizes Government Spending Plans
Germany’s leading economic advisor, Monika Schnitzer, has publicly critiqued the current coalition government’s budgetary and economic policies, voicing…
Rural Trades Furious At Government Promises Unfulfilled
A promised turnaround in economic sentiment by summer, as suggested by Chancellor Friedrich Merz, appears not to have…
Rural Tradesmen Angry at Government Promises Unfulfilled
Germany’s skilled trades sector is reporting a lack of discernible improvement in economic sentiment despite pre-summer pledges from…
Government Open Day Draws Huge Crowds
The German federal government’s recent “Open Day” initiative drew approximately 100,000 visitors to the Chancellery and various federal…
Government Hesitates On Compulsory Service For Retirees
The German federal government has offered a reserved response to proposals for a mandatory service year for retirees,…
Haseloff Rules Out AfD in Next Government
The Minister-President of Saxony-Anhalt, Reiner Haseloff, anticipates the AfD will not participate in a governing coalition following the…
Spain Wildfires Government Highlights Tourist Rights
The German Federal Government has reminded travelers of their rights regarding package holidays, particularly in light of increasingly…
Spain Wildfires Government Reminds Tourists of Rights
The German Federal Government has addressed consumer rights pertaining to package holidays in light of the escalating effects…
Haseloff Urges Government to Unite on Key Reforms
Germany’s longest-serving state premier, Reiner Haseloff of Saxony-Anhalt, is anticipating fundamental reforms from the federal coalition government following…
SPD Struggles in Coalition Government
A political scientist has offered a critical assessment of the Social Democratic Party’s (SPD) performance during the first…
Germans Disapprove of Merz Government After 100 Days
A recent survey indicates a level of dissatisfaction among the German public regarding the performance of Chancellor Friedrich…
Merz Government Faces “Complete Failure” After 100 Days
The leader of the Left Party, Ines Schwerdtner, has delivered a scathing assessment of the first 100 days…
Merz Government Faces “Total Failure” After 100 Days
The chair of the Left Party, Ines Schwerdtner, has characterized the first 100 days of the current federal…
Government Unveils Pension Plan
The German government has approved a multi-billion euro package aimed at safeguarding the nation’s pension level. The legislative…
Government Talks Drag On
Negotiations among German government ministries regarding the allocation of responsibilities are taking longer than initially anticipated by Chancellor…
Greens Accuse Government of Gaza Hesitation
The German Green Party has voiced concerns regarding the federal government’s approach to the ongoing situation involving Israel,…
Germany Bans Gendered Language in Government Offices
The German Minister of State for Culture and Media, Wolfram Weimer, has issued a directive prohibiting the use…
Hungary Seeks Aid Amidst Government Criticism
Maja T. has voiced criticism regarding the German government’s handling of her situation, following recent announcements from Foreign…
Greens Accuse Government of Softening on Taliban
Concerns are mounting regarding the German government’s approach to Afghanistan, with opposition voices alleging a tacit recognition of…
Judges Praise Government Justice Boost
The German Judges Association (DRB) has welcomed the Federal Government’s commitment to bolster the judicial system with €450…
Government Scales Back Key Resource Funding
The German government is adjusting the funding allocated to a crucial resource fund managed by the state-owned KfW…
Government Cuts Healthcare Funding Significantly
Germany’s state financing of healthcare expenditures decreased significantly in 2023, a shift largely attributed to the winding down…
Media Chief Urges Government Aid
A leading figure within the German media industry is calling on policymakers to provide substantive support for the…
Germany Reinstates Government Facebook Page
The Administrative Court of Cologne has ruled in favor of the Federal Press Office (BPA) in its legal…
German Economy Sees Mixed Signals After Government Shift
The newly formed German government has laid important groundwork in security policy, according to Ifo Institute President Clemens…
Government Start Mixed Review
The initial weeks of Germany’s coalition government have yielded a mixed assessment, according to SPD General Secretary Tim…
Brantner Slams Government Energy Failures
Franziska Brantner, leader of the Green Party, delivered a sharp critique of the German federal government in a…
Greens Accuse Government of Gaza Inaction
The Green Party is accusing the German government of failing to take sufficient action to alleviate the suffering…
Public Opinion Slams German Government Performance
A recent survey conducted by Verian for the German news magazine “Der Spiegel” reveals a mixed public assessment…
Reform Drive Demands Swift Government Overhaul
A prominent initiative advocating for a more effective state has presented a comprehensive reform agenda to Federal President…
Greens Accuse Government of Delaying Pension Reform
A leading figure within the Green Party has voiced concerns regarding the current government’s approach to social security…
Government Maintains Routine Contact With AfD
The German government maintains standard communication channels with the Alternative for Germany (AfD) parliamentary group, mirroring the interactions…
Government Abandons Submarine Deal Shockwaves Felt
Government Sources Indicate Shift in Plans for Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems Stake Berlin – The German government is reportedly…
SPD’s Shock Loss Threatens Government
The Social Democratic Party (SPD) has experienced a slight decline in voter preference following their recent federal party…
Germany’s Trust in Government Plummets Shocking Report
A recent nationwide survey has revealed a significant proportion of individuals in Germany have experienced perceived mistreatment when…
Will the Government Keep Its Promise to Citizens?
Pressure Mounts on Chancellor and Finance Minister to Implement Coaliton’s Pledge to Reduce Electricity Tax The German government’s…
BREAKING: German Government in Secretive Move, Abolishes Arms Reports, Raises Fears of Unchecked Military Spending
In a move that has raised concerns about parliamentary oversight, the German government has decided to forgo the…
Government Betrays Its Own Promise
German Government’s Budget Plan Draws Criticism from Opposition for Omitting Electricity Tax Cut The opposition in the German…
Government Betrays Economic Promise
German business leaders express dismay at the government’s decision not to reduce the electricity tax for all, as…
Government Opens Door to Exception
German Agriculture Minister Alois Rainer has expressed openness to the German Farmers’ Association’s demand to reduce the minimum…
Government Ministries Overrun Budget with Extravagant Spending Demands
Germany’s Federal Government Presents Ambitious Budget Wishes Amid Record Debt Concerns Despite a projected record debt, Germany’s new…
Taxpayers’ Association Warns of ‘Largest Federal Government in History’ as Expansion Plans Unfold
A German Taxpayers’ Association Criticizes the Planned Expansion of the Federal Government The German Taxpayers’ Association has criticized…
States and Government in Last-Ditch Talks to Avoid Economic Disaster
A German government and regional leaders have reached an agreement to discuss potential aid measures following a backlash…
Can the New Government Stop the AfD’s Rise to Power?
A leading opinion pollster, Michael Güllner, believes the new German government can halt the rise of the far-right…
Municipalities Demand: Federal Government Must Foot the Bill for Tax Losses
German Cities Association Urges Federal Government to Fully Offset Municipal Tax Losses through Investment Program The German Cities…
FEDERAL GOVERNMENT, LISTEN UP! States and Cities on the Brink of Collapse as Budget Crisis Looms
Germany’s Federal Government Urged to Reach Compromises in Financial Talks Saarland’s Minister-President, Anke Rehlinger of the Social Democratic…
Germany’s New Government Hits a Snag
Berlin, Germany – The German government has acknowledged difficulties in setting up the planned National Security Council, a…
Russia or Government?
In a debate surrounding a prominent SPD politician’s manifesto on reorienting Russia policy, the Saarland CDU leader, Stephan…
Can Merz’s Government Save the West?
Economic Expert Veronika Grimm Assesses First Weeks of German Government Under Chancellor Friedrich Merz Professor Veronika Grimm of…
Nvidia’s CEO to Meet with German Government, AI Gigafactory Plans on the Table
Berlin, Germany – In a series of high-level meetings, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is set to meet with…
German Government Warned of Russian Gas ‘Weapon’ in Leaked Document
A confidential document from the Ministry of Economics warns of the potential resumption of the Nordstream pipelines, which…
Wilders’ Fury: Dutch Government in Shambles as Right-Wing Leader Pulls the Plug!
Amidst a backdrop of political uncertainty, the Dutch government coalition has suffered a significant blow with the Party…
Tusk’s Government on the Brink of Collapse?
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk Announces Vote of Confidence in Parliament In a televised address on Monday evening,…
The Young MP’s Scathing Critique of Germany’s Government
In a recent interview, German politician Luke Hoß, the youngest member of the current Bundestag at 23, expressed…
DGB Chair Issues Ultimatum: ‘Clear Jump’ to 60% of Median Wage or Government Intervention
German Trade Union Leader Warns of Potential Obstacles to Minimum Wage Increase The head of the German Trade…
Government Shake-Up: Who’s In, Who’s Out in Berlin?
German Government Appoints New Officials in Various Roles The German federal government has announced the appointment of several…
New Faces in German Government!
Berlin, Germany – In a move aimed at strengthening its transatlantic ties, the German government is set to…
Climate Activist Warns of ‘How-Dare-You-Moment’ in German Government
In the run-up to the first coalition committee meeting on Wednesday, climate activist Luisa Neubauer has strongly warned…
‘Who Orders, Must Also Pay’ – States and Municipalities Demand Federal Government Bear the Cost of Commuter Allowance and Value-Added Tax Cuts
Germany’s Federal Government Faces Opposition Over Tax Cuts and Commuter Allowance The German federal government’s plans to increase…
Digitalization to Cut Costs in German Government?
Digitalization of the German Federal Administration May Lead to Job Cuts, Says Bitkom President The president of the…
BORDER WAR: Germany’s New Government Cracks Down, Rejects Over 1,600 Migrants in Just 2 Weeks
German border controls intensify as asylum seeker rejections surge The German Federal Police has reported a significant increase…
Who’s In, Who’s Out and What it Means for the Future of the German Government?
CDU’s Linnemann Set to Join Coalition Committee, Report Says The German Christian Democratic Union (CDU) has reportedly agreed…
A Game-Changer for Germany’s New Government?
3+3+3+2″ Formula in the Works According to Politico, citing coalition sources, the composition of the coalition committee between…
Economists Betrayed by Cowardly Reforms in New Government
Economists Criticize German Government’s Economic Plans, Expect Little Reform A recent survey of 179 German economists has revealed…
German Government Cheers Romania’s Stable Election Outcome
The German government has welcomed the outcome of the presidential election in Romania as a sign of stability.…
Haseloff: AfD Ban Process Not an Option, Warns of Potential Government Inclusion
Sachsen-Anhalt’s Ministerpräsident, Reiner Haseloff, has strongly opposed the initiation of a ban against the AfD party. In an…
Crafts President Calls for Unity and Focus on Implementation in New Government.
Jörg Dittrich, the President of the Central Association of the German Crafts (ZDH), hopes for a constructive government…
Schleswig-Holstein’s Minister President Urges Federal Government to Ease Business Restrictions Before Summer Break
Schleswig-Holstein’s Ministerpräsident Daniel Günther (CDU) urges the new federal government to take initial steps to relieve businesses before…
Germany Sees Spike in Domestic Violence Cases Amid New Government Push for Solutions
The number of victims of domestic violence in Germany has significantly increased in the past year. According to…
‘Extremism Should Lose Resonance Through Good Government Work’
Bundestagspräsidentin Julia Klöckner calls for caution in the debate about banning the AfD Bundestagspräsidentin Julia Klöckner has urged…
Wüst: German Chancellor Election Debate Exaggerated, Focus on Stable Government and Economic Challenges
Nordrhein-Westfälens Ministerpräsident Hendrik Wüst (CDU) believes that the recent debate surrounding the federal election is exaggerated. In an…
Low-Income Families Urged to Get Energy-Saving Appliances Reimbursed by New German Government
The Germany Social Association (SoVD) has called on the new federal government to cover the cost of energy-efficient…
SPD Ministers Prioritize Energy Price Reduction, Rent Brake Extension and Secure Pensions in Federal Government Announcement.
SPD Ministers in German Government Announce Priorities Bundesfinanzminister Lars Klingbeil (SPD) has announced his top priorities for the…
SPD and Greens Form Coalition Government
The Hamburg citizens have re-elected Peter Tschentscher (SPD) as the first Bürgermeister of Hamburg on Wednesday. Out of…
Green Politician Speaks Out on Frustration Over Merz and Calls for Unity in New Government
Green Party politician Timon Dzienus expressed understanding for frustration over the newly elected Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) among…
Germany’s New Government Faces Sharp Criticism for Weak Start and Party Tactics
Moritz Schularick, the President of the Institute for World Economy (IfW), has sharply criticized the failed start of…
Schweitzer: No Finger-Pointing After Failed Black-Red Government
Rheinland-Pfälzischer Ministerpräsident warnt vor gegenseitiger Schuldzuweisung Alexander Schweitzer, the Minister-President of Rhineland-Palatinate, has warned against mutual finger-pointing in…
‘Superfluous Through Better Government'”.
I would advise reading this report carefully” said Söder to RTL and ntv on Tuesday. “But it is…
New Federal Government Plans to Eliminate 26 Government Delegate and Coordinator Positions
The new German federal government plans to abolish more than two dozen government and ministerial officials in its…
CDU Chief of Staff Warns Union and SPD Against Mutual Profiling in New Government
Designated Federal Government Minister of the Chancellor, Thorsten Frei (CDU), aims to address potential conflicts between the Union…
SPD’s Bas Calls for Unity and Generosity in Future German Coalition Government
Former Bundestag President Bärbel Bas (SPD) has called on the three coalition parties to stop fighting and instead…