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German Business Groups Pressure Merz Over Ailing Economy

German business associations in talks with Chancellor Friedrich Merz stressed the "urgency" of steps to help the ailing economy, one group said Tuesday, with reports describing a stormy encounter.

International Business Times · Sep 23, 2025

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Kyiv acknowledges Putin’s troops have entered Dnipropetrovsk region

Moscow’s military first claimed it had entered the Dnipropetrovsk region earlier this summer

The Independent UK · Aug 26, 2025

After a torrid 100 days, Germany’s Friedrich Merz is mocked as a ‘dead man walking’. He must fight back

With the AfD surging, it could soon be the largest party here. But, if he acts now, that dark scenario need not come to pass, says author John Kampfner

The Guardian - UK · Aug 11, 2025

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After Busy First 100 Days, Germany's Merz Faces Discord At Home

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has driven sweeping changes in security, economic and migration policy during his first 100 days in office, but faces widening cracks in his uneasy coalition.

International Business Times · Aug 10, 2025

EU Commission 'surprised' by German finance minister's jibe on trade deal

The European Commission defended its US trade deal, saying it emerged from clear consultation with member states - including Germany - following a jibe by German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil criticising the EU’s weakness in negotiations with the US.

Euronews · Aug 5, 2025

EU Chief Delays Retaliation For US Tariffs In Search Of Deal

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said Sunday that Brussels will continue to hold off on hitting back at US steel and aluminium tariffs, as it seeks a deal to avoid broader 30-percent levies.

International Business Times · Jul 13, 2025

German Budget Plans Outline Vast Spending - And Record Debt

Germany's government pledged Tuesday to make massive new investments by taking on record debt as it presented its budget plans with the aim of reviving the economy and building up the military.

International Business Times · Jun 24, 2025

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Germany's new government launches a program to encourage investment and boost the economy

Germany’s new government has launched a package of tax breaks and eventual tax cuts for companies

The Independent UK · Jun 4, 2025

Trump Delays EU Tariffs Until July 9

US President Donald Trump said on Sunday that he would pause his threatened 50-percent tariffs on the European Union until July 9, after a "very nice call" with European Commision president Ursula von der Leyen.

International Business Times · May 26, 2025

Head of EU executive secures tariffs delay after talk with Trump

Threat of 50% tariffs postponed until 9 July so both sides can ‘reach a good deal’ after pressure from European leaders

The Guardian - UK · May 26, 2025

EU Chief Vows To Advance Trade Talks After 'Good' Trump Call

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said Sunday she held a "good call" with President Donald Trump following his threat of 50-percent tariffs on the bloc, vowing to move "swiftly" to reach a trade deal with Washington.

International Business Times · May 25, 2025

G7 Finance Chiefs Push For Consensus Despite Trump Tariffs

G7 finance leaders played down their differences Thursday, despite turmoil from US President Donald Trump's wide-ranging tariffs, and sought common ground on Ukraine as talks in Canada entered the final hours.

International Business Times · May 22, 2025

Former Ukrainian presidential aide shot dead in Madrid – Europe live

Former politician Andriy Portnov advised the pro-Russian Viktor Yanukovych and had fled Ukraine in 2014

The Guardian - UK · May 21, 2025

New German Finance Minister Says 'No Time To Lose'

Germany's new Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil said Wednesday there was "no time to lose" to jump-start Europe's beleaguered top economy, even as hardline US trade policies complicate his task.

International Business Times · May 7, 2025

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Euronews · May 6, 2025

German lawmakers to vote on whether to approve Merz as chancellor

Merz must secure 316 votes in the 630-seat strong lower chamber of German parliament in order to become chancellor.

International Business Times · May 5, 2025

German Coalition Deal Signed On Eve Of Merz Govt Launch

The conservatives of Germany's designated chancellor Friedrich Merz and the centre-left Social Democrats formally signed their coalition contract on Monday, on the eve of launching their new government.

International Business Times · Apr 30, 2025

Germany's Next Finance Minister, 'Bridge-builder' Lars Klingbeil

Germany's incoming finance minister Lars Klingbeil is a self-styled political "bridge-builder" whose calm and personable demeanour belies his sharp political instincts.

Euronews · Apr 30, 2025

Germany's Merz to form government after SPD backs coalition deal with conservatives

Germany's coalition government has cleared its final hurdle to power after the Social Democrats (SPD) voted in favour of the agreement.

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Euronews · Apr 14, 2025

German parliament set to elect Merz as chancellor on 6 May

Friedrich Merz's Christian Democrats (CDU), the Christian Social Union (CSU) and the Social Democrats (SPD) last week struck a coalition deal.

The Independent UK · Apr 14, 2025

German parliament expected to meet May 6 to elect Friedrich Merz as the new chancellor

The German parliament plans to meet on May 6 to elect Friedrich Merz as the country’s next leader, if all the parties in his proposed government approve a coalition agreement reached last week

The Guardian - UK · Apr 10, 2025

Germany is finally getting a new government – and it will be plunged straight into crisis mode

With the country enveloped in gloom and facing mayhem from the US and Russia, it’s hard to imagine a more fraught time to take power, says author John Kampfner

Euronews · Apr 9, 2025

'Germany back on track,' says CDU's Friedrich Merz as new coalition agreed

Germany's chancellor in waiting promises an end to instability and to make the country more competitive.

The Guardian - UK · Apr 9, 2025

Conservative CDU/CSU and SPD form coalition government in Germany

Two of the country’s biggest parties freeze out rightwing AfD and prepare for impact of Trump’s new tariffs

The Guardian - UK · Mar 21, 2025

Europe is crying out for leadership. After years of drift, Germany is finally ready to answer

A historic vote to boost spending on defence and infrastructure shows the country is shedding its excess of caution – and its complacency, says author John Kampfner

International Business Times · Feb 24, 2025

Stunned SPD Turns To Supporting Role In New German Government

After a humbling election defeat for Chancellor Olaf Scholz and his Social Democrats (SPD), the party looked to collect itself on Monday in preparation for a potential new role as the junior partner in a conservative-led government.

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