German Cabinet Approves Draft Laws to Implement the Reform of the Common European Asylum System On November 6, 2024, the German Cabinet approved two draft laws to implement the reform of the Common European Asylum System (CEAS). The CEAS reform aims to strengthen the EU’s asylum system, ensuring a fairer and more efficient distribution of … Read more
German Government Passes Bill to Enhance Critical Infrastructure Protection The German government has approved a bill to strengthen the protection of critical infrastructure. The bill, which is set to be presented to the Bundestag (parliament) for approval, aims to address the increasing threats to infrastructure from cyberattacks and other hazards. Key Provisions of the Bill … Read more
Press release: Strengthening the sporting nation of Germany: Federal Cabinet adopts draft for first Sports Funding Act On Wednesday, 2 November 2022, the Federal Cabinet adopted a draft for the “Act on Funding for the Promotion of Sports and Physical Activity” (Sportfördergesetz). Based on Article 74 of the Basic Law, the new law will enable … Read more
Press release: Securing appropriate pay and benefits for federal civil servants Berlin, November 6, 2024 – The German government has decided to take action to ensure that federal civil servants receive appropriate pay and benefits. This decision was made in response to concerns that the current system is not providing adequate compensation for the work … Read more
Press release: Reform of the Common European Asylum System: Cabinet decides on draft laws for implementation Berlin, November 6, 2024 – The German cabinet today decided on draft laws to implement the reform of the Common European Asylum System (CEAS). The reform aims to create a fairer and more efficient asylum system in the EU. … Read more
German Government Approves Draft Law to Strengthen Protection of Critical Infrastructure November 6, 2024 Berlin, Germany – The German government has approved a draft law aimed at strengthening the protection of critical infrastructure in the country. The law, known as the “Critical Infrastructure Protection Amendment Act,” will introduce a number of new measures to improve … Read more
Announcement: “With our Critical Infrastructure Protection Act, We’re Making Germany More Crisis-Resilient!” 2024-11-06 11:54 The German government has passed a new law aimed at strengthening the country’s critical infrastructure against various threats, including cyberattacks, natural disasters, and terrorist attacks. The “Critical Infrastructure Protection Act” (CIPA) was approved by the Bundestag (German parliament) on November 5, … Read more
German Traffic Light Coalition Highlights Role of East Germans in Fall of Berlin Wall and Reunification Berlin (hib/FAB) – The German government’s traffic light coalition of the Social Democrats (SPD), the Greens, and the Free Democrats (FDP) has emphasized the significant role played by East Germans in the fall of the Berlin Wall and the … Read more
Anträge zum Stopp des Verbrennerverbots abgelehnt Berlin (hib/JOH) – Der Haushaltsausschuss des Bundestages hat am Mittwoch drei Anträge von CDU/CSU, AfD und FDP zur Aufhebung des Verbrennerverbots abgelehnt. Der von der CDU/CSU-Fraktion eingebrachte Antrag forderte die Bundesregierung auf, “alle Maßnahmen zur Umsetzung des Verbrennerverbots” zu stoppen. Die AfD beantragte, das Verbrennerverbot “vollständig aus dem Klimaschutzgesetz … Read more
Feasibility of Free Lunches in Schools Berlin, November 6, 2024 – The German Bundestag is currently debating the introduction of free lunches for all schoolchildren. The aim is to combat child poverty and promote equal opportunities for all children. However, there are concerns about the feasibility and cost of such a measure. According to a … Read more