The Green Party and CDU in Baden-Württemberg have agreed on a coalition contract, detailing ministry distribution and policy goals, with Cem Özdemir set to become Ministerpräsident.
CDU General Secretary Carsten Linnemann proposes suspending documentation duties and repealing the supply chain law to ease bureaucratic pressures on German SMEs amid deteriorating business sentiment.
Germany's coalition government confronts heated debates over pensions, industrial plant cuts, and energy crisis management amid economic slowdown warnings and political tensions.
Chancellor Merz highlights the need to balance economic competitiveness with climate goals amid Germany's 2026 energy crisis at the Petersberger Klimadialog.
Germany's Defense Minister Boris Pistorius announces the country's inaugural military strategy, focusing on Bundeswehr enhancement and leadership in NATO.
Germany plans to resume diplomatic talks with Iran following a Middle East ceasefire, with Chancellor Merz highlighting challenges and the need for NATO unity.
Wolfgang Kubicki's bid for FDP chair and Ricarda Lang’s reflections as she steps down highlight major leadership shifts and future challenges in German politics.
Former Transport Minister Volker Wissing critiques lack of empathy and ideological shifts causing the Ampel coalition collapse in his new book.
Germany launches an ambitious climate plan to meet strict emission targets by 2030, facing criticism over its adequacy and immediate impact.
Federal and state governments have agreed on a unified platform core for the Germany Stack, advancing the country's digital infrastructure and streamlining citizen and business interactions with the state.