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Germany’s economy stagnates in third quarter as exports fall
Germany's economy showed no growth in the third quarter, as reported on Thursday, reflecting challenges in boosting economic activity due to decreasing exports. This...
German reunification? Nein
As the establishment political center in Germany clings to power, sociopolitical disunity and profound disaffection have created a new East-West divide.
The elites’ use of...
China Regains Lead as Germany’s Top Trade Partner Amid U.S. Tariff Hit
China has overtaken the United States as Germany’s largest trading partner in the first eight months of 2025. The shift follows a sharp decline...
German Governing Coalition’s Internal Divisions Threaten Reform Agenda
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is facing challenges in implementing key policies on pensions and military service, raising concerns about political instability in Germany. Merz's...
A Strategic Entente: Lessons from the Franco–German Partnership for Japan and South Korea
In the mid-20th century, two countries—France and Germany—that had fought horrendous wars with one another for the past 70 years initiated an extraordinary experiment....
Germany Steps Up: Merz Pledges €29 Million in Gaza Aid After Ceasefire Deal
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced on Friday that Germany will provide €29 million ($34 million) in immediate humanitarian aid to Gaza.The move follows Israel’s...
Germany Buys 20 New Eurofighters in $4.36 Billion Defense Push
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Germany’s budget committee approved the purchase of 20 new Eurofighter jets for €3.75 billion ($4.36 billion), part of a broader €7 billion defense...
Germany’s Industrial Output Suffers Sharpest Drop Since 2022, Raising Recession Fears
Germany’s industrial sector faced a significant setback in August, with output plunging by 4.3% compared to the previous month, marking the steepest monthly decline...
Germany’s Infrastructure Fund and the Politics of Fiscal Room
Germany’s Chancellor Friedrich Merz reshaped fiscal policy with a landmark reform of the debt brake and the creation of a massive off-budget infrastructure fund....
Merz: Europe ‘not at war but no longer at peace’ with Russia
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that Europe is not at war but is no longer at peace with Russia.
He emphasized that Russia's actions threaten...