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POLITICS2h agoMassive Gen Z protests sweep cities across GermanyYoung people in Germany have taken to the streets in some 34 cities, calling for greater political say and a more hopeful future. The protests come amid a wave of youth demonstrations across Europe. DW has more.DW News [en]
POLITICS2h agoGen Z protests sweep cities across GermanyYoung people in Germany have taken to the streets in some 34 cities, calling for greater political say and a more hopeful future. The protests come amid a wave of youth demonstrations across Europe. DW has more.DW News [en]
POLITICS4h agoNow Gen Z protests reach Germany as thousands join Halloween ralliesPolice in Frankfurt, Munich and Berlin reported 6,000 protestersThe Independent World
POLITICS7h agoGermany news: Merkel calls for first female presidentFormer Chancellor Angela Merkel says it's time to consider a woman as Germany's next president. Meanwhile, Berlin's Left Party is deciding whether to enter coalition talks. DW has more.DW News [en]
POLITICS9h agoMassive Gen Z protests set to sweep cities across GermanyYoung people in Germany are taking to the streets in some 34 cities, calling for greater political say and a more hopeful future. The protests come amid a wave of youth demonstrations across Europe. DW has more.DW News [en]
POLITICS18h agoGermany and France brace for protests on Halloween weekendA wave of youth-led protests has swept Europe, with demonstrators denouncing rising prices and a lack of prospects.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICS18h agoGen Z protests reach Germany as over 160,000 expected at Halloween ralliesBERLIN, Oct 31 - More than 160,000 people across Germany are expected to join demonstrations on Saturday, organisers say, as a youth-led movement inspired by protests elsewhere in Europe takes to the streets to demand better education and lower living costs.straitstimes · singapore
POLITICS1d agoToo big to ban? Germany wrestles with outlawing its most popular partyA vast leak of internal emails have pulled back the curtain on the AfD’s evolution, fuelling fresh claims that it poses a threat to democracyIrish Times World
POLITICS1d agoGermany news: Merz calls for Korean reunification at DMZChancellor Friedrich Merz has expressed hope for Korean reunification during a visit to the heavily fortified border. Meanwhile, President Steinmeier has held talks with China's Xi Jinping in Beijing. DW has more.DW News [en]
POLITICS1d agoGermany news: Merz hopes for Korean reunification at DMZChancellor Friedrich Merz has expressed hope for Korean reunification during a visit to the heavily fortified border. Meanwhile, President Steinmeier has held talks with China's Xi Jinping in Beijing. DW has more.DW News [en]
POLITICS1d agoGermany takes cautious approach on Israeli election resultsGerman politicians have been slow to respond as they wait to see who is likely to comprise the next coalition. Many are also hoping for a government without religious hardliners.DW News [en]
POLITICS1d agoGermany news: Merz in Asia warns against weaponizing trade, calls for 'rules based' orderGerman diplomacy in Asia was in focus this week, as Chancellor Merz wraps up a three-country Asian business tour in South Korea. Meanwhile, President Steinmeier is set to hold talks with Xi Jinping. DW has more.DW News [en]
POLITICS1d agoGermany news: Merz in Asia warns against weaponizing tradeGerman diplomacy in Asia takes focus this week, as Chancellor Merz wraps up a three-country Asian business tour in South Korea. Meanwhile, President Steinmeier held talks with Xi Jinping in Beijing. DW has more.DW News [en]
POLITICS1d agoGermany news: Friedrich Merz calls for global free trade alliance during Asia tripChancellor Friedrich Merz's comments come at the end of his multi-day tour. Meanwhile, President Steinmeier is set to hold talks with Xi Jinping. DW has more.DW News [en]
POLITICS2d agoJapan and Germany become 'premium partners', but clash over car protectionMet glimlachen, buigingen en afspraken over nauwere samenwerking ontvangt de Japanse premier Sanae Takaichi de Duitse bondskanselier Friedrich Merz in Tokio. De leiders schudden elkaar de hand en noemen elkaar zelfs "premium partners", alsof ze een handelsabonnement zonder reclames hebben afgesloten. Maar tussen de hoffelijkheden door klinkt openlijke kritiek. De Europese bescherming van de auto-industrie, waarvoor Duitsland zich sterk maakt, dreigt ook Japanse fabrikanten hard te raken. Dat moet veranderen, vindt Japan. Klungelig en bukkend loopt Merz donderdag door een volgebouwde onderzoeksNOS Buitenland
POLITICS2d agoGermany seeks new head of stateThe question of who should become Germany's new presiden is becoming pressing. Many want to see Germany's first female head of state. Chancellor Friedrich Merz is keeping his cards close to his chest.DW News [en]
POLITICS2d agoGermany news: Chancellor Friedrich Merz accuses North Korea of threatening Europe's freedomFriedrich Merz, who is visiting Seoul, said North Korea is putting Europe's security at risk by sending soldiers to fight for Russia in Ukraine. DW has more.dw · germany
POLITICS2d agoGermany news: Chancellor Friedrich Merz accuses North Korea of threatening Europe's freedomFriedrich Merz, who is visiting Seoul, said North Korea is putting Europe's security at risk by sending soldiers to fight for Russia in Ukraine. DW has more.DW News [en]
POLITICS2d agoSouth Korea, Germany to cooperate in economy, energy and technologySouth Korea and Germany pledged to cooperate on the economy high-tech industries and energy security South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said on Thursday after a summit in Seoul with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz At a joint press conference Lee said he had asked Merz for Berlins support in securing favourable treatment for South Korea under Europes Industrial Accelerator Actdevdiscourse · india
POLITICS2d agoGermany does not want China decoupling but must defend its interests, president warnsGermany is not seeking to decouple from China, but must defend its economic interests, visiting German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier said in Beijing on Thursday, echoing the line taken by Chancellor Friedrich Merz during his tour of neighbouring countries. Speaking at Peking University, Steinmeier insisted that Europe’s goal was not to sever ties with the world’s second-largest economy, but to reset the relationship on a fairer footing. “Our goal as Europeans is clear. We do not want...South China Morning Post
POLITICS2d agoGermany and Japan reaffirm commitment to continued support for UkraineGermany and Japan have reaffirmed their commitment to continuing support for Ukraine and working closely together to achieve a just and lasting peace.Ukrinform [en]
POLITICS3d agoGermany and Japan strengthen economic ties as global tensions riseGerman Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi agreed in Tokyo on Wednesday to deepen cooperation on economic security and high tech. It is Merz's first visit to Japan since taking office in May 2025.EuroNews [en]
POLITICS3d agoGen Z protests in Germany: Is France-style violence looming?Young people in Germany will take to the streets this weekend to demand education and action on climate change. Politicians warn that the protests could become violent, as in France, but the situations are different.DW News [en]
POLITICS3d agoMerz invites Japan to back trade alliance as China asks Germany to be 'rational' - ReutersMerz invites Japan to back trade alliance as China asks Germany to be 'rational' ReutersReuters World