Germany
Vulcan Acquires New Geothermal Lithium Exploration Licenses
The new licenses increase the company’s “granted license area” to over thousand square kilometres.
The Directory of Art Market Players Under the Occupation is a New Digital Tool for Researchers
The Franco-German research program that focuses on the art market networks in Vichy France was established under the direction of Inès Rotermund-Reynard and Elisabeth Futwängler. It is now available online at the INHA website.
Dismantling the Museum: Dan Hicks on the Benin Bronzes and Cultural Restitution
In his recent book The Brutish Museums, Dan Hicks calls for the radical rethinking of Western museums. He uses the case of the Benin Bronzes to call for the return of stolen objects as part of addressing the outstanding debt of colonialism.
Hungary Launched COVID-19 Vaccine One Day Before The Other EU Countries
The EU has a population of nearly 450 million, therefore mass vaccination across the continent would be a “crucial step” in the battle to end the pandemic.
Germany increases scrutiny on telecom network vendors, aims to keeps Huawei out
While Britain has banned Huawei, France is likelly to informally exclude it, and Germany aims to effectively strangle it in red tape.
Rupert Stadler, former Audi CEO, arrives in German court to face dieselgate charges
Prosecutors have charged Stadler with fraud, false certification and criminal advertising practices; Stadler has pleaded not guilty to the charges.
Germany Drafts Law For Hastening ‘Low-Carbon Transport’ Transition
For the first time, airlines will also need to get percentage of their energy consumption from “renewable sources”.
Tesla Unveils New Supercharger Update As Fast Charging Feature
The new feature will enable Tesla Model 3 to function for “120 kilometres” on a three minutes’ charge.
Germany Is Likely To Revise Its GDP Forecast Upward For 2020
The largest European economy an “austerity champion” is likely to become “one of the biggest spenders” to join in the zone’s effort of rebounding from the pandemic.
EU Finds Germany’s ‘130 Billion Euro’ Stimulus ‘Impressive’
Germany’s new economic stimulus offers “temporary tax cuts, handouts to families and investment in green transport technologies”.
Travel Disruption Worries American Business In China
Thousands of officials working for American business in China are stuck outside the country.
Twitter Gets ‘An Invitation To Move To Germany’
Amid shut down threats from the U.S. President, Germany has opened doors for Twitter.
Shares Come Crashing For Alstom Post Alstom-Bombardier Rail Deal Announcement
Unions and regulators alike have shown their concern due to the recent rail deal development between Alstom and Bombardier wherein the former will possesses forty to sixty percent shares in regional train market.
Tesla Is Stealing Germany’s Water, Claim Local Protesters
Germans seem to be divided in opinion over Tesla’s proposal to build giga-factory for its EV manufacturing in Germany as protesters claim of draining depleting water reserve and affecting wildlife.
Germany To Move Towards Sustainable Finance By “Green Bonds” Issuance In 2020
Germany to use “green twin bonds” to “roll over maturing debt”.
Tesla To Enter Germany Opening The Door For Others To Follow
Tesla to build its first European factory in Germany.
Qatari Investors Demand Deutsche Bank’s Chairman’s Resignation
Without the Qatari investors’ representative in Deutsche Bank’s board, they will not want to have Achleitner in the chairman’s post.
‘Climate Neutrality Must Be Achieved By 2050’: The EU Bloc Leaders
The EU Summit leaders’ footnote to final statement shows support for the “mid-century goal”.
France Puts Conditions On May’s Brexit Delay
A draft shows that the bloc may sanction a second Brexit delay with certain conditions on the U.K.
German Economy’s Record High Employment Data Kindles Hope
Amid global economic uncertainties, Germany depends on domestic demand to sane its economic performance for this year. What to the data tell us?
DHL Partners With Austrian Group For Efficient Parcel Delivery
The partnership between Austrian Post and DHL could materialise within a few months’ time.
Merkel’s Pledge Of A United Germany in 2019
Merkel seeks Germans’ cooperation to win over the political fissure scarring the face of Germany.
Naval Group deploys a fearsome international strategy
French shipyard Naval Group, formerly known as DCNS, is getting ready to make a killing on the international market with its new Barracuda submarine. With fierce competition on a small market, Naval group has designed a new international strategy, and it has little to do with the ship itself.
Germany Introduces The First Ever Train To Run On 100% Hydrogen
The hydrogen powered trains of Germany seem to be greener alternatives to diesel emissions generated from the other trains.
Germany Plans On Cyber Security Research To End Reliance On U.S. Tech
Germany eyes the spot among cyber security leaders and strives to carve an independent space for itself.
‘Disorderly Brexit’ Couldn’t Possibly Gain Anybody’s Interest, Says Maas
While Brexit without a deal is not something that Germany is looking forward to, it is still preparing contingencies.
European Commission Welcomes Paris & Berlin Together On ‘Deeper Euro-Zone Integration’
The European Commission terms Macron and Merkel’s agreement as a “crucial political step”.
G7 Does Not Welcome Russia: German Official
Even after five years’ of Russia’s exit from the block of rich countries in the world, the group shows reluctance in taking Russia back to the group.
Could Zeltner Be The Next Face Of Deutsche Bank’s C.E.O?
There are reports of the Deutsche Bank’s hunt for a new chief executive in pacify the investors.
The Absence Of A New German Government Couldn’t Shake The Country’s Economic Confidence
Economists find, the German economy “faring well” even at the backdrop of the current affairs.
Deutsche Bank’s Aim Is ‘Not To Maximize Earnings For One Or Two Quarters’
Arriving from the brink of collapse, and aiming for a “broader restructuring” would require two to three more year for Deutsche Bank.
Bundesbank Urges Not To Take German Economic Race Lightly
Low interest rates and positive economic environment in German could be taking attention of the “market participants” away from “rising risk”.
Germany scouring for funds to upgrade its broadband services
While many proposals have called for the government to sell its stake in Deutsche Telekom and utilise the proceeds thereof for upgrading its broadband infrastructure, Merkel’s party is confident that Germany’s economy is strong enough to support a separate 5G network, in addition to its fibre-optic broadband network.
The EU’s banking regulators should prepare for a cliff-edge Brexit scenario: BaFin
In the post-Brexit scenario regulators will need to have a tool set to correct temporary market distortions.
Germany Will Not Sign Any Statement On ‘China’s Belt and Road Forum’ Without Equal Rights On Free Trade
Many diplomats see China’s ambitious plans of “Silk Road” as a tool to spread Chinese influence across the world, while Germany’s Zypries opposes China’s favouritism towards its own companies.
EU Peers Warn Britons Of ‘No Free Lunch’ After Brexit
No advantages for Britain once it quits the union, maintains Schaeuble of Germany.
Deutsche Bank’s C.E.O. Gives Out A Cash Call Which Could Hike Up Its Shares By Fifty Percent.
Cash call is the final resort for Deutsche Bank’s redemption, although investors appear uncertain given the past track records of the company on fulfilling its promises.
Regulation On Financial Market Needs Strengthening For G20 Nations: German Spokesperson
The president of G20 seeks to safeguard “multilateral cooperation”.
With The Prospect Of TPP’s Demise Looming In The Corner, Merkel Says: ‘I Am Not Happy’
Wondering at the benefits of TPP’s death, Merkel urges the world to take “multilateral approach” to address global issues.
Germany’s Top Companies Find Refugees Ill-Prepared To Enter The Job Market
Most of the refugees in Germany fail to find permanent employment.
Germany to have a surplus budget for two consecutive years
As per Der Spiegel weekly, Germany’s tax inflows have significantly boosted its revenue albeit some officials and state are of the opinion that even more money will be required since the number of refugees have quadrupled to 800,000.
