Germany is preparing for the possible reintroduction of civil service alongside compulsory military service, amidst calls to strengthen voluntary programs and ensure fair conditions for civil serva...
Germany is preparing for the possible reintroduction of civil service alongside compulsory military service, amidst calls to strengthen voluntary programs and ensure fair conditions for civil servants.
Chancellor Friedrich Merz's cabinet reshuffle removes Christiane Schenderlein from sports ministry; former footballer Nadine Keßler is the likely successor amid Germany's Olympic bid preparations.
Chancellor Merz reshuffles cabinet, appointing Christiane Schenderlein to the Health Ministry, introducing transport reforms, and preparing for state elections.
The CDU finalizes leadership changes with Thorsten Frei succeeding Jens Spahn and Carsten Linnemann becoming Health Minister, signaling a strategic reshuffle amid broader political events.
The German government has announced a substantial plan to reduce bureaucracy for businesses, while also proposing reforms for sick leave certification, highlighting critical shifts in regulatory and workforce policies.
Germany enacts a new law to reduce bureaucracy and ease energy efficiency mandates for businesses, boosting competitiveness and aligning with EU directives.
Germany's federal administration continues to experience serious AI errors despite exhaustive 30-page guidelines intended to ensure responsible AI use.
Brandenburg's cabinet has passed a new law to digitize and simplify Kita financing, aligning with federal education laws and enhancing transparency.
Germany's failed UN Security Council bid sparks debates over its foreign policy, diplomatic relations, and Chancellor Merz’s leadership.
Germany vies for a non-permanent UN Security Council seat for 2027-2028 amid a tough contest with Austria and Portugal, highlighting diplomatic challenges and domestic criticisms.
Baden-Württemberg's finance minister discusses how fatherhood shapes his political outlook and the push for more family-friendly policies amid budget constraints.
Angela Rudzka of the AfD has sparked political and societal concern after assuming leadership of the Bundestag’s Children's Commission, with critics fearing political misuse and a lack of trust in safeguarding children's rights.
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.