German government passes Digital Services Act 17 February 2025 The German government today adopted the “Gesetz über digitale Dienste” (Digital Services Act). The law is intended to regulate the activities of online platforms and services, such as social networks, search engines and online marketplaces. The Digital Services Act is based on the European Union’s Digital … Read more
Sustainable Development: Creating a Just Future On February 17, 2025, the German government published an article entitled “Nachhaltige Entwicklung gerecht gestalten” (Sustainable Development: Creating a Just Future). This article outlines the government’s commitment to achieving sustainable development while ensuring social equity and justice. Key Points The article emphasizes the following key points: Sustainable development is … Read more
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Expansion of Animal Husbandry Identification The German Bundestag has passed a bill to expand animal husbandry identification. The aim of the new law is to better protect animals and consumers, and to fight against animal diseases. The new law includes the following measures: All animals that are kept for food production must be identified with … Read more
Handling the Recommendations of the “Nutrition” Citizens’ Council Date: 14 February 2025 Source: Bundestag News Agency (hib) The German Bundestag is currently discussing the recommendations of the “Nutrition” Citizens’ Council. The Council, which was convened by the Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture (BMEL), was tasked with developing proposals to improve nutrition in Germany. The … Read more
Airline Deportations on the Rise since 2020 Since 2020, the number of individuals being denied entry and deported from Germany via airplane has been on the rise. This trend is attributed to factors such as increased immigration, stricter border controls, and the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2020, a total of 10,342 people were refused entry into … Read more
Left-Wing Party Addresses “Problem of Racial Profiling” Berlin, February 14, 2025 – The Left-Wing Party (Die Linke) has brought the issue of racial profiling to the fore, calling for immediate action to combat this form of discrimination. In a statement released today, the party’s spokesperson for domestic affairs, Gökay Akbulut, condemned the disproportionate targeting of … Read more
Federal Government’s Report on Accessible Tourism Berlin, February 14, 2025 – The Federal Government has published a report on the state of accessible tourism in Germany. The report, which was commissioned by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, provides an overview of the current situation and identifies areas where improvements can be … Read more
Tighter Controls on Biofuel Imports Berlin, February 14, 2025 – The European Union is set to implement stricter controls on the import of biofuels in an effort to ensure their sustainability and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The new measures, which will take effect in 2026, aim to prevent the import of biofuels that have been … Read more
German Government Considers Reporting Requirements Excessive Berlin, February 14, 2025 – The German government has acknowledged that businesses and citizens in the country face an excessive burden due to the high number of reporting obligations imposed on them. In a recent statement, the government noted that the issue has been addressed by the Federal Ministry … Read more