Lars Klingbeil

Berlin's SPD struggles with credibility loss, says Steffen Krach, citing compromised projects and poor poll results.

The Trump administration suspended US immigration visa processing temporarily while embassy staff complete training to screen applicants deemed likely to burden social services, while planning to revoke up to 200,000 business and tourist visas obtained for asylum claims.

Six EU countries jointly urged the Irish presidency to include a windfall profit tax on energy companies in September's finance ministers meeting, citing severe fuel crises and rising living costs exacerbated by Middle Eastern geopolitical tensions.

Germany's special fund is ten percent depleted, with 51.1 billion euros spent on infrastructure and climate protection investments.

SPD leader Lars Klingbeil praises Minister President Manuela Schwesig's handling of the AfD.

Green party candidate Claudia Müller urges Minister-President Manuela Schwesig to end speculation about a possible SPD leadership bid.

SPD leader Lars Klingbeil seeks party support for government course amid weak polls.

Russia's Supreme Court bans liberal opposition party Jabloko from September's parliamentary election.

Bund der Steuerzahler criticizes Bundesfinanzminister Lars Klingbeil's tax reform plans as a "joke".

A German petition against crypto tax plans has reached 30,000 signatures, prompting a public hearing in the Bundestag.

SPD leader Matthias Miersch sees no need for personnel changes in his party.

Germany plans to combat tax evasion with a 26-point action plan to strengthen law enforcement.

Chancellor Merz did not answer any citizen questions, ranking last in transparency.

Aldi Süd supports a sugar tax on soft drinks to reduce sugar consumption.

Canada Submarine Deal Boosts German Economy and NATO Ties

Germany's cabinet approves a budget with increased defense spending and new taxes.

Jörg Schönenborn makes his debut as the new "Tagesthemen" moderator on German TV.

Top candidates in Saxony-Anhalt's state election debate each other in Germany.

Trump's escalating Iran conflict pushed German bond yields to their highest level since 2011, triggering a global bond sell-off as investors brace for inflationary pressures amid heightened geopolitical tensions.

Six EU finance ministers jointly urged Ireland's presidency to propose a windfall tax on energy companies, citing soaring profits exceeding crude oil price increases and public discontent over rising living costs during the current energy crisis.

SPD politician Dirk Wiese rejects a special party conference to elect new leadership.

Lars Klingbeil defends tax reform plans against CDU criticism, focusing on relieving smaller incomes.

Germany's government will discuss a potential constitutional amendment on climate protection internally.

SPD's youth leader says the party's base is exhausted and frustrated with current leadership.

An SPD group demands a special party convention to elect new leadership this year.

Klingbeil's tax reform package is smaller than expected, with 5.6 billion euros in 2027 and 4.2 billion in 2028.

Bitcoin investors face stagnant prices and potential tax changes in Germany.

The SPD's Bielefeld district is pressuring party leaders to choose between party and government roles.

Germany's economy minister Katherina Reiche has softened plans to cut funding for small solar panels on private homes.

Chancellor Merz sees the coalition on a good path but not yet at its goal.

Experts failed to agree on a unified concept for Germany's debt brake reform.

Germany wins a significant economic deal as Canada chooses TKMS to build up to 12 submarines.

Germany's cabinet approves a 2027 budget with increased defense spending and reduced aid funding.

Rheinmetall faces a setback as Germany scraps the F126 frigate program.

Brandenburg's health minister proposes using sugar tax revenue for healthcare and prevention.

The CDU is resisting the SPD's climate protection proposal to amend the constitution.

German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil and five European counterparts pushed the EU to implement a windfall tax on oil companies profiting from Iran-war-driven fuel price surges, arguing previous measures failed to stabilize costs for citizens and businesses.

German Vice Chancellor Lars Klingbeil calls for EU sanctions against Israeli minister Itamar Ben-Gvir over inhumane statements.

Germany's government is discussing incorporating climate change adaptation into the constitution after a historic heatwave.

Bundesfinanzminister Lars Klingbeil plans to support start-ups with better tax conditions.

The SPD urges the Union to end criticism of Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil's tax reform plans.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz faces a busy autumn with key issues like rent, care, and elections.

Germany's main parties include the centre-right CDU/CSU and centre-left SPD ahead of elections.

SPD leader defends dual role as labor minister amid internal rebellion over coalition strategy.

Wildfires in southern Europe force over 200,000 people to flee their homes in Spain and France.

Germany's government plans to crack down on tax evasion with harsher penalties and improved coordination.

A large majority, 82 percent, of Germans are dissatisfied with the current government's work.

Germany celebrates Canada's selection of its TKMS shipbuilder to construct up to 12 submarines, projecting CA$167 billion in economic activity and over 650,000 jobs while strengthening NATO security ties across the North Atlantic region.

Germany's cabinet approved a 2027 budget cutting development aid for the fifth consecutive time since 2023, reducing the ministry budget by nearly 600 million euros despite rising defense spending, drawing criticism from UN agencies and aid organizations concerned about vulnerable communities.

Spirits firms doubt higher alcohol tax will generate expected revenue.