Strengthening the EU’s Trade and External Economic Relations The European Union (EU) is one of the world’s largest trading blocs, with a combined GDP of over €15 trillion. The EU’s trade policy is designed to promote economic growth, create jobs, and protect the environment. The EU has a comprehensive trade agenda, which includes negotiating free … Read more
Processing of “Euthanasia” and Forced Sterilizations during the Nazi Era Background During the Nazi era, Germany implemented a systematic program of “euthanasia” and forced sterilizations targeting individuals deemed “unworthy of life” or a threat to the “purity” of the German race. Euthanasia The “Aktion T4” program (1939-1941) involved the murder of over 70,000 people with … Read more
Abolition of CO2 Pricing The abolition of CO2 pricing is a topic which is quickly gaining attention in current affairs in Germany. CO2 pricing refers to a system of financial incentives or penalties that aim to reduce carbon dioxide emissions. The goal is to encourage businesses and individuals to transition to cleaner energy sources and … Read more
Defense and Armaments Industry as a Key Technology The defense and armaments industry is undergoing a rapid transformation, driven by advances in artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and other emerging technologies. This transformation is creating new opportunities for growth and innovation, while also posing challenges for traditional defense contractors. One of the most significant trends in … Read more
Draft Law to Strengthen Heart Health The draft law, which is rapidly rising on Aktuelle Themen (Current Topics), aims to strengthen heart health in Germany. The law includes various measures to: 1. Prevention: Expand access to preventive examinations and counseling, especially for people at high risk of cardiovascular diseases. Implement screening programs for high blood … Read more
Question Time on November 6 Question time in the German Bundestag, also known as Fragestunde, is a weekly session where members of parliament can question members of the government. The session is held every Wednesday from 13:00 to 15:00 CET. Rapidly Rising on Aktuelle Themen The term “Fragestunde am 6. November” is rapidly rising on … Read more
Minister Buschmann and Minister Paus Face Questions On Aktuelle Themen, the topic “Minister Buschmann und Ministerin Paus stellen sich den Fragen” (“Minister Buschmann and Minister Paus Face Questions”) is rapidly rising. Federal Minister of Justice Marco Buschmann (FDP) and Federal Minister for Family Affairs Lisa Paus (Greens) will face questions from citizens on various current … Read more
Bundestag Votes on Securing GDR Research On May 19, 2023, the German Bundestag voted on a motion to secure funding for research on the German Democratic Republic (GDR). The motion was passed with a large majority, with 520 votes in favor, 78 against, and 11 abstentions. The motion calls on the German government to provide … Read more
Petry: EU Needs New Own Resources in the Next Budgetary Period According to the leader of the AfD parliamentary group, Alice Weidel, the EU is demanding new own resources in the next budgetary period. At a press conference in Berlin, she said that this was a “red line” for her party. The AfD would not … Read more
Final Deliberations Without Discussion “Abschließende Beratungen ohne Aussprache” (Final Deliberations Without Discussion) is a procedure in German parliamentary practice that allows for final debates on a bill without the possibility of further debate or amendments. This procedure is typically used when a bill has been thoroughly debated and amended, and there is a consensus among … Read more