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German Government Reaffirms Gradual Economic Reform Agenda to Strengthen Competitiveness

Chancellor Friedrich Merz told business leaders in Berlin that his government will continue pursuing gradual structural reforms aimed at strengthening Germany’s industrial base and investment environment despite persistent economic pressures and political debate.
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Kool Savas Faces Backlash Over Performance at Tesla Event in Grünheide
Jürgen Klopp Records First Win as Germany Coach Against Serbia
German Greens Propose Temporary Autobahn Speed Limit as Fuel Prices Rise
Berlin Youth Gang Attack Renews Debate Over Juvenile Crime
Berlin Investigates Alleged Relationships Between Jailed Hells Angels Figure and Prison Staff
Berlin Court Blocks Nighttime Closure and Fencing of Görlitzer Park
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NATO Receives Westphalian Peace Prize as Merz Warns About Russian Aggression
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