Scholz, Olaf (1958- ) – Page 4

Germany Announces Special Budget to Avert Crisis

Germany could be forced to suspend a constitutional law that limits borrowing, after court ruling upended Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s spending plans and threw his government into chaos.

By Melissa Eddy

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German Court Says Government Cannot Shift Covid Funds to Climate Projects

The decision could rip a hole in Berlin’s budget and complicate the transition to a greener economy.

By Melissa Eddy

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Germany Says China Trade Could Create Perilous Dependence

A long-awaited strategy statement is an attempt to set a coherent approach for dealing with China, Germany’s largest trading partner, in policy and business.

By Melissa Eddy

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German Government Slashes Spending, Except on the Military

The proposed package foresees spending about 6 percent less in 2024 from this year, in a return to financial austerity. But the severity of the cuts to social services drew sharp criticism.

By Melissa Eddy