Germany has fiscal muscle to counter next crisis – Finance Minister
Germany can counter any future economic crisis “with full force”: Finance Minister.
Tag: Germany
After Frankfurt tragedy, should German media report a suspect’s nationality?
A horrific event in Frankfurt on Monday has Germany in shock: At one of the country’s largest railway stations, an 8-year-old boy and his mother were thrown in front of an oncoming express train. The child was killed; the mother survived.
More money won’t alone fix Germany’s military woes
When Defense Minister Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer laid out her plans for the armed forces before Germany’s parliament on Wednesday, many lawmakers were unimpressed.
Amazon staff strike in Germany
Amazon employees go on strike in Germany, demanding better wages as the online retail giant launched its Prime Day.
Donald Trump and the battle for the American nation
The dispute about one of the questions in the upcoming census reveals an old conflict over the nature of the American nation. The debate is far from over.
Merkel entitled to privacy over health concerns
How much should the German public know about any of Chancellor Angela Merkel’s potential illnesses? She, too, has a right to her privacy — the same as every other German citizen.
In the end, it was a backroom deal
It was an unexpected victory for Angela Merkel. It has been 50 years since we last had a German leading the European Commission, and if confirmed, Merkel ally and fellow conservative Ursula von der Leyen would be the first woman in history to take the job.
Deutsche Bank begins 18,000 job cull in $8.3 bln reinvention
Deutsche Bank lais off staff in Asia as it began cutting 18,000 jobs.
Berlin Asian food mart used for human trafficking
German police have identified a popular Asian food market in Berlin as an important way station in a global human trafficking network, Berlin media report. Many of the trafficking victims are minors.
Kingdom seeks more German demining aid
PM urges Germany to continue supporting the Kingdom to become mine-free.
Germany faces turbulent times
The resignation of Social Democrat leader Andrea Nahles makes early elections in Germany more likely. But both the CDU and the SPD should avoid any hasty decisions, says DW Editor-in-Chief Ines Pohl.
Merkel heir faces widespread criticism after proposal
Kramp-Karrenbauer faces criticism for calling for rules on expressing online opinions.
Human rights come first
When it comes to drafting a constitution, the concrete details aren’t what’s important. What matters is the underlying concept of humankind, which confers dignity on every human being.
Russian embassy marks World War II Victory Day
Russian Embassy marks 74th anniversary of Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany.
Russian embassy plants trees to honour WWII dead
Russian Embassy marks the 74th anniversary of the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazis.
Tourist tried for alleged post office shipment of drugs
Phnom Penh Court tries a Chinese accused of shipping 16 kilograms of ecstasy.
Struggling industry saps German business morale as trade woes bite
Trade tensions hurt the industrial engine of Europe’s largest economy.
Germany to create fund to foil foreign takeovers after China moves
Germany to pass legislation to protect key companies from takeovers by the Chinese.
Europe’s autonomy tested in Huawei case
In a letter to German Economy Minister Peter Altmaier, US Ambassador to Germany Richard Grenell warned that if Germany allows Huawei or other Chinese equipment suppliers to participate in its 5G project, the US will not maintain the same level of cooperation with German security agencies.
Merkel protege warns against centralised EU
The leader of Germany’s ruling Christian Democrats responds to Macron’s ideas.
Son contemplated Tottenham exit
Tottenham Hotspur forward Son Heung-min wanted a transfer back to Germany after struggling in his debut season at the Premier League club but stayed put after a conversation with manager Mauricio Pochettino, the South Korea international has said.
Two guilty of trafficking drugs via post office
Two people are sentenced to life in prison over trafficking ten kilograms of drugs.
Cambodia very attractive to German firms: Germany
German investors and businesses are very interested in the Cambodian market, where they continue to find great support from the government, a German lawmaker said.
German economy escapes recession by a narrow margin
The German economy stalled in the final quarter of last year, escaping recession.
Germany to consult further before deciding on Huawei
Germany to decide whether to let Chinese firms participate in building 5G networks.
Siemens-Alstom deal blocked
Siemens and Alstom’s plan to create a European rail champion collapsed on Wednesday after EU regulators blocked the deal, prompting Germany and France
German consumers to be protected
German Economy Minister is seeking to protect consumers from additional costs arising from the phase-out of coal energy.
Politics, Mercenaries and Conspiracies
At the world premiere of the new political thriller ‘Blame Game’ DW’s Jochen Kürten spoke with director Philipp Leinemann about mercenaries, foreign intervention and secret CIA operations in Germany.
Germany to insulate industry from costs of culling coal
Berlin is looking to ditch cheap coal-fired power for environmental reasons.
China’s rise prompts German lawmakers to rethink
Germany is scrambling to secure its interests in Beijing.
