Climate
German government meets in Neuhardenberg for two days to prepare reform drive
Germany’s federal government is holding a two-day retreat at Neuhardenberg Palace after the summer recess, with three ministerial posts under new leadership. According to Handelsblatt, talks will focus on economic competitiveness and the consequences of the heatwave and drought. Chancellor Friedrich Merz wants the CDU-SPD government to implement the reform package adopted before the recess without delay. Disagreements remain over plans affecting pensions after 45 years of contributions and an SPD proposal to strengthen climate protection through an amendment to Germany’s Basic Law.