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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has appointed Nina Warken as his new chief of staff, naming the first woman to hold the position as part of a government reshuffle aimed at strengthening his administration ahead of challenging regional elections. Warken, who previously served as Health Minister, will take on the influential role as Merz seeks......
Germany's private sector returned to expansion in July, ending a four-month period of contraction as manufacturing activity gained momentum and lifted overall business performance. The latest survey suggests Europe's largest economy is showing early signs of recovery, although geopolitical risks continue to cloud the outlook. According......
Germany's Federal Constitutional Court has ruled that the government cannot revoke previously approved humanitarian admission commitments for Afghan nationals through a blanket decision, stating that each case must be assessed individually. The judgment represents a significant legal setback for the Interior Ministry, which had sought......
German automaker Volkswagen posted a steep decline in second-quarter earnings after weaker sales in China and significant one-off charges weighed heavily on its financial performance. The disappointing results underline the mounting challenges facing one of Europe's largest car manufacturers as global competition intensifies and demand......
Germany's governing conservative alliance has moved quickly to reshape its parliamentary leadership, nominating Thorsten Frei, a trusted adviser to Chancellor Friedrich Merz, to head its parliamentary group following the unexpected resignation of senior party figure Jens Spahn. The decision signals an effort by the Christian Democratic......
German authorities in the state of Lower Saxony have approved a controversial nuclear fuel production project that brings together a French nuclear company and Russia's state-owned atomic energy corporation, reigniting debate over energy cooperation with Moscow despite ongoing geopolitical tensions. The authorization allows ANF, a subsidiary......
Germany is preparing to take direct financial stakes in defence startups as part of a new strategy aimed at strengthening its military technology sector and accelerating innovation in security-related industries. The German government announced on Wednesday the creation of an investment fund that will allow the state to become a shareholder......
German naval shipbuilder Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) has ended its interest in acquiring smaller rival German Naval Yards Kiel (GNYK), leaving defence company Rheinmetall as the only remaining bidder currently seeking to purchase the shipyard. The decision comes as European defence companies increasingly explore partnerships, acquisitions......
The man accused of carrying out the fatal shooting at a mother-and-child support center in Stade, Germany, has died while in custody, according to the Lower Saxony Ministry of Justice. Authorities said preliminary findings indicate that he died by suicide while detained, and that there is currently no evidence suggesting the involvement of......
Germany's law enforcement authorities have raised fresh concerns over the growing role of artificial intelligence and digital technologies in crimes targeting children, warning that offenders are increasingly exploiting online platforms to facilitate sexual abuse and evade detection. A new report presented in Berlin by Germany's Federal......
Adidas is strengthening its position in the global sportswear market as the FIFA World Cup continues to generate significant commercial opportunities for major athletic brands. The German company has benefited from the strong international exposure provided by the tournament, reinforcing its brand visibility and market appeal. With national......
Deutsche Telekom has strengthened its position in the sports broadcasting market by securing the rights to show the 2030 FIFA World Cup in Germany. The telecommunications company will broadcast all 104 matches of the tournament through its streaming platform MagentaTV, expanding its strategy around major international football events. The......
Italian rail operator Italo Holding has signed a major agreement worth around €3 billion with Siemens Mobility to purchase high-speed trains as part of its ambitious expansion into the German rail market. The deal represents a key step in Italo’s plan to launch commercial services in Germany from 2028, increasing competition in......
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