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German pension and Minijob reform debate intensifies

49 clusters · 284 sources · last updated

Latest: Manuela Schwesig criticizes German government reform pace

In late August 2026, the German pension and labor market reform debate intensified as the government moved toward finalizing details. Regarding ‘Minijobs’, the Pension Commission has proposed the complete abolition of th

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German apprenticeship shortages and trainee well-being

38 clusters · 147 sources · last updated

Latest: Apprenticeship rights and vacancies in Germany

The German vocational sector is experiencing a complex shift in market dynamics and trainee well-being. While regional shortages persist—such as 411 vacancies in the Görlitz district and 783 unfilled roles in the Hochsau

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German industrial and automotive crisis deepens

15 clusters · 202 sources · last updated

Latest: German industry faces declining competitiveness, especially in automotive sector

Germany’s economic downturn has intensified, marked by a deepening crisis in the automotive sector and a surge in business closures. Destatis data shows automotive employment fell to 691,500 in the first half of 2026, a