Kretschmer: Involve people more in the military service debate
In the Prime Minister's view, a citizens' council like the one on nutrition could also be an instrument with regard to the discussion on military service.
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German government: two-year admission pledge for Afghans
Around 2,600 people who have been approved for admission are still waiting to enter Germany. What will happen to them after the upcoming change of government?
Economic growth in the countries: things are going better in the north
In the past, when there was talk of a north-south divide between the federal states, Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg were often in the lead. Now things are different - say researchers from the south.
Saxon Juso leader criticizes coalition agreement
Across Germany, the SPD's young generation is dissatisfied with the agreements with the CDU/CSU. Renegotiations are also being demanded in Bavaria.
"Strong signal" - District Administrator welcomes yes to research center
A new federal research center is to promote climate-neutral construction. The CDU/CSU and SPD have committed to the project. The main site in Bautzen is delighted with the positive signal.
Eastern German heads of government: future coalition must deliver quickly
There is still a lot of skepticism among the population that black-red will change things for the better. The CDU and SPD do not have much time left, say weighty CDU politicians from the East.
Schuster: Consistent turnaround in migration policy
Saxony's Interior Minister is satisfied with the coalition agreement reached between the CDU/CSU and SPD. Berlin is thus sending an unmistakable signal.
Commissioner for Eastern Europe in the Ministry of Finance in future
In their coalition agreement, the CDU/CSU and SPD pay tribute to the achievements of the people in East Germany since 1990. The paper also contains a number of political plans for the East.
Kretschmer: Backing for "second reconstruction of the East"
Leading politicians in Saxony are satisfied with the coalition agreement reached between the CDU/CSU and SPD. Kretschmer speaks of a turning point.
Heimatunion calls for members' vote on coalition agreement
The CDU is criticizing the coalition negotiations with the SPD. Leaked information is unsettling some in the CDU/CSU. There are also calls for a referendum in Saxony.
State development: municipalities to be given more leeway
Amending the state development plan is not a sprint, but a long-distance run, says the minister. The current version of the plan is outdated and a new one is now needed.
Kretschmer calls for an end to party-political tactics
The turbulence on the global stock markets is putting the CDU/CSU and SPD under pressure in the federal coalition negotiations. Saxony's Minister President wants a swift agreement.
Berlin's head of government calls for more international flights
Berlin's mayor insists on more international flight connections - ideally from the capital's BER airport. He also wants better rail connections through eastern Germany.
East German states demand more influence
Is the West actually aware of what is going on in the East? The state premiers are counting on the new federal government to hear the signals. And that investments worth billions will restore confidence.
Eastern European Commissioner Schneider resigns from office
Carsten Schneider from Thuringia has been the commissioner for the eastern German states since 2021. Something that will soon no longer be the case was important to him.
Thuringia's head of government: make greater use of experience in the East
The East German minister presidents are unanimously calling for more influence in federal politics. Also in overcoming the economic crisis.
Woidke demands: Fifth of the federal cabinet from the East
East Germans are currently not represented in the next state offices. This needs to change in the ministerial ranks, says Brandenburg's Minister President. And he has support.
Eastern Minister Presidents discuss strengthening the region
Mario Voigt believes that the East should not only catch up, but also lead the way in business and innovation. The Thuringian head of government chairs his East German colleagues.
Leipzig and Yerevan: start of a joint cultural year
Leipzig and Yerevan are launching a joint year of culture to promote art and education. The agreement was signed in Yerevan.
Federal police raid in Leipzig against suspected smugglers
Major operation in Leipzig: Federal police take action against suspected smugglers - arrest at the workplace. 40 officers were involved.
Woidke wants several ministerial posts for East Germans
The CDU/CSU and SPD are discussing a joint coalition at federal level. It is still unclear who will take which positions. Brandenburg's head of government Woidke has one demand.
"Know. Share. Discover": First Library Night in Leipzig
On April 4, Leipzig invites you to the first nationwide Night of the Libraries. Discover the wide range of offers and special events.
East German minister presidents meet in Berlin
The meetings of the East German heads of government are a tradition and will continue to be held 35 years after the fall of the Wall. The aim is to represent East German interests.
East German Minister Presidents: Federal government must strengthen eastern Germany
The eastern German federal states have formulated key demands for a future federal government. They are insisting on a position in the Chancellery.
Thuringian head of government: Commissioner for Eastern Europe still necessary
In the 35th year after reunification, there are voices in the CDU/CSU who believe that the office of Commissioner for Eastern Europe is superfluous. Thuringia's Minister President Mario Voigt (CDU) takes a different view.
Heads of the federal states expect agreement on federal financial package
The Minister Presidents of the federal states are pushing for an agreement on the billions in investments planned by the CDU/CSU and SPD. The financial packages should not be separated.
Kretschmer: Scholz will go down in history
Corners, edges, clear words: Saxony's Minister President Kretschmer finds surprisingly appreciative words for Olaf Scholz.
Woman harassed and robbed at Leipzig Central Station
A 41-year-old woman was harassed and robbed at night at Leipzig Central Station. The suspect, a 43-year-old man, was arrested a short time later.
Union politicians optimistic about exploratory talks with the SPD
Following the scandal between US President Trump and Ukrainian head of state Selensky, the exploratory talks in Berlin are also under increased time pressure. They continue in the afternoon.
Saxony continues to benefit greatly from state financial equalization
Taking instead of giving: The federal financial equalization system is based on the principle of solidarity. Financially strong federal states pay into the pot from which weaker states help themselves. Bavaria is complaining about this.
CDU wants to test start-up BAföG in eastern Germany
A few days before the Bundestag elections, the CDU has presented a paper on its ideas for eastern Germany. The main aim is to boost the SME economy.
East German states demand EU agricultural reform
European agricultural policy has been under discussion for years. Now the East German Minister Presidents are pushing ahead and demanding changes.
Kretschmer: Horst Köhler was an outstanding statesman
The death of former Federal President Horst Köhler is causing mourning in Saxony. His commitment to social justice and international cooperation will not be forgotten, said Minister President Kretschmer.
Kretschmer in favor of "clear separation" for cannabis
Smoking pot could soon be banned again - at least if the EU has its way. But what does this mean for patients who need medicinal cannabis? Kretschmer calls for a clear separation.
Riesa in focus: How a guest commentary defames protesters
Der Gastkommentar von André Langerfeld in Die Sachsen beschreibt die Proteste gegen den AfD-Parteitag in Riesa als ‚Kampfgebiet‘. Eine kritische Einordnung zeigt die wahren Hintergründe und stellt die gewaltfreie Haltung der Protestierenden heraus.
Scholz: VW tariff agreement is good and socially acceptable
Volkswagen plans to cut more than 35,000 jobs by 2030, but no plants are to be closed. For the Chancellor, this is also a signal for the location.
Economic crisis: Countries call for "powerful change of course"
The minister presidents are calling for quick resolutions to reduce energy prices and flight fees. But will this still work before the general election?
Countries discuss reduction in energy prices and flight fees
How can the sluggish economy get going? The Minister Presidents are also thinking about this. But the ball is probably in someone else's court.
Scholz emphasizes the importance of lithium mining
High-ranking visit to Saxony: Chancellor Scholz and Serbian President Vucic find out about environmentally friendly lithium mining. Why the Chancellor thinks this is important.
Scholz and Serbia's President Vucic visit Freiberg
In the Ore Mountains, the German Chancellor and the Serbian President gather information on environmentally friendly lithium mining. The planned project near Altenberg serves as an example.
Pellmann elected as direct candidate of the Left Party in Leipzig
Left-wing politician Sören Pellmann has been winning his direct mandate in Leipzig with aplomb since 2017. His party is now officially sending him back into the race.
Next Minister Presidents' Conference without Chancellor Scholz
Migration, finance, broadcasting reform: the heads of government of the federal states traditionally have many topics at their meetings. One important person is missing at the upcoming conference.
Left Party federal chairwoman sees party well prepared for federal elections
The Left Party does not want to stand on one leg like a flamingo in the Bundestag election campaign and is therefore pursuing a dual strategy. In addition to direct mandates, they also want to clear the five percent hurdle.
Power supply in Saxony more reliable than the national average
Germany has a reliable power supply. This is according to data from the Federal Network Agency. Outages are also rare in Bavaria.
Eastern countries want more skilled workers from abroad
The shortage of skilled workers is affecting the eastern German states. The federal government should provide solutions. What are the heads of government from the east demanding?
Federal "Young Living" program creates new residential home places in Saxony
In Saxony, additional places in halls of residence for students and trainees are being created with federal aid. However, the Left Party believes this is not enough.
Unauthorized entries on the decline - the result of new controls?
Stationary border controls have been in place at all German land borders since mid-September. The number of unauthorized entries is falling. However, this also has to do with another aspect.
Minister presidents call for measures to combat high energy costs
The heads of the federal states are concerned about the automotive and chemical industries in Germany. To support this, they are making numerous demands in energy policy.
Federal states agree on demands on migration
Despite difficult consultations, the heads of state have agreed on a package of demands for managing migration. Among other things, the revival of the so-called Dublin III agreement was central.
States call for measures to relieve the burden on local authorities
In the view of the Minister Presidents, local authorities are having to shoulder more and more tasks. Now the heads of government are calling for measures to ease the burden.
States demand extension of the digital pact for schools
The heads of the federal states consider the digital pact for schools to be a great success - and are calling on the federal government to continue it.
Hendrik Wüst calls for an 'alliance of the center' with regard to migration
Migration is a key topic at the Minister Presidents' Conference. North Rhine-Westphalia's head of government addresses demands to the federal government.
Günther: BSW demands make the hairs on the back of my neck stand on end
In Saxony and Thuringia, the CDU is negotiating a possible coalition with the BSW, among others. Schleswig-Holstein's Minister President has a stomach ache - and an alternative in mind.
Minister Presidents present the results of their consultations
The Minister Presidents of the federal states have met in Leipzig to discuss asylum policy and reforms to public broadcasting. The results are expected today.
Heads of government discuss asylum policy and broadcasting fee
The heads of government of the federal states are meeting in Leipzig to discuss migration policy and public broadcasting. What agreements will be reached?
Weil criticizes Union for premature election campaign mode on migration
At their conference in Leipzig, the minister presidents also discuss measures on migration. Lower Saxony's head of government sees obstacles to an agreement - and reproaches the CDU/CSU.
Union-led federal states call for stricter measures in migration policy
At the Conference of Minister Presidents, the CDU/CSU-led states are insisting on a tighter migration policy. The debate is about how the country could better restrict irregular migration.
New apple variety as a gift for the Prime Minister
Saxon apple trees are presented as gifts at the Minister Presidents' Conference in Leipzig. Saxony's head of government is also focusing on growth outside the state.
Heads of government campaign for better inclusion of people with disabilities
The inclusion of people with disabilities is the focus of the Minister Presidents' Conference in Leipzig. But without a solid financial basis, further development could come to a standstill.
Minister presidents discuss migration and broadcasting
Saxony has taken over the chairmanship of the Conference of Minister Presidents. In Leipzig, the heads of government of the federal states want to discuss issues such as migration and broadcasting funding.
Traffic restrictions in Leipzig due to Prime Minister's Conference and soccer match
Several Leipzig districts will be paralyzed over the next few days due to the Prime Minister's Conference and a Champions League match. Commuters should expect considerable restrictions.
Green Youth concludes federal congress in Leipzig with new chairpersons
After setting the course for its future in terms of personnel, the young organization will focus on content on the last day of its national congress. The relationship with the Greens is also up for debate.
Green Youth faces important decisions: New board to be elected
Who will be the new board of the young organization? And how will it position itself in relation to the Greens in future? The federal congress in Leipzig is not just about personnel realignment.
Green Youth starts federal party conference in Leipzig with a view to the future and criticism of the traffic light coalition
Who will lead the junior organization in the future? And where are they heading in terms of content? Following the resignation of the previous board, the future of the Green Youth will be discussed at the national congress.
Green Youth on the verge of reorganization - federal congress starts in Leipzig
The leadership of the Green Youth no longer wants to join. The reason: dissatisfaction with the Green course and its compromises. New elections are now being held. Will the change also bring a new closeness to the party?
Federal police pull smugglers off the city bridge in Görlitz
Despite border controls, people try to enter Germany irregularly. They are often dependent on people smugglers. The Federal Police repeatedly pull smugglers out of circulation.
Saxony's Minister President celebrates the Day of German Unity in Warsaw
Saxony has maintained close relations with its Polish neighbors for many years. Cross-border cooperation is the norm in many areas - and there is a liaison office in Wroclaw.
Conference of Minister Presidents under Rhineland presidency: progress in migration policy
The heads of the federal states have been meeting regularly since 1954. Last year, Hesse saw itself as the "heart muscle of German federalism". Now another state is taking over the chairmanship.
DFB Federal Court confirms ban for RB Leipzig captain Orban
RB Leipzig will have to make do without defender Willi Orban for the Bundesliga match against Union Berlin. The DFB Federal Court rejected the RB captain's renewed appeal.
Condition of German bridges: safety despite the need for renovation
It remains unclear why the bridge in Dresden collapsed. Generally speaking, bridges in Germany are considered safe. Nevertheless, there is still a need for renovation.
Kretschmer blames federal government for Volkswagen crisis
Many Volkswagen employees across Germany fear for their jobs, which they thought were safe. Minister President Kretschmer blames the federal government for the car manufacturer's difficult situation.
Scholz: Strengthening of the AfD "depresses me greatly"
More than 30 percent for the AfD in Thuringia and Saxony: Chancellor Scholz gives three reasons why he believes this is the case.
Saxony's interior minister criticizes the federal government's security plans
How should Germany react appropriately to terrorist attacks or the illegal entry of migrants? The ideas in politics differ widely.
Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz awards prizes to civic projects in eastern Germany
A few days before the elections in Saxony and Thuringia, the Chancellor honors volunteers from the East - and thinks back to a project of his own.
Federal Administrative Court sets date for decision on ban on "Compact" magazine
The provisional lifting of the "Compact" ban by the Federal Administrative Court is causing tensions. A final decision on the ban is due in February.
Survey: East Germany feels it is lagging behind the West
New state parliaments will be elected in Saxony, Thuringia and Brandenburg in the coming weeks. A survey looks at the political mood there.
Scholz defends missile deployment in Germany
The issue of war and peace is also currently playing a major role in the East German election campaign. Chancellor Olaf Scholz reaffirms his stance on this issue.
Esken does not rule out coalitions with BSW in federal states
The SPD and the Wagenknecht party? There are some differences. But the SPD leader wants to leave decisions on cooperation to her colleagues in the federal states.
Compact magazine: Federal Administrative Court lifts ban for the time being
Following a court decision, the far-right "Compact" magazine may be published again. The publisher celebrated this at an AfD event in Saxony.
Federal Minister of the Interior Faeser comments on court decision on 'Compact' magazine
After the court ruling in favor of the "Compact" magazine, Faeser has to answer uncomfortable questions. Has she possibly overshot the mark in the fight against right-wing extremism?
Right-wing extremist magazine "Compact" provisionally re-admitted
The ban on the far-right "Compact" magazine has been lifted for the time being. The creators are celebrating the court decision as a triumph.
Saxony's regional development ministry criticizes federal funding programme for coal regions
The federal government is providing new scope for investment in future technologies. Saxony's regional minister nevertheless sees an important gap in the program.
Kretschmer in favor of the federal states taking legal action against the federal government
Refugee costs, citizens' income and the Germany ticket are currently placing an enormous burden on state and municipal budgets. These are tasks that arise from federal laws.
Union politicians still see many question marks regarding BSW
After the elections in Thuringia and Saxony, forming a government could be difficult. This is another reason why the CDU does not want to take any coalition options off the table - except with the AfD and the Left Party.
Schwesig meets Saxon counterpart Kretschmer
Saxony and Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania are united by the joy of new World Heritage sites. At their meeting, however, the heads of government of both states also want to look to the future.
Minister President Manuela Schwesig meets her Saxon counterpart Michael Kretschmer in Schwerin and Rostock
Minister President Manuela Schwesig (SPD) meets her Saxon counterpart Michael Kretschmer (CDU) in Schwerin and Rostock to strengthen cooperation.
MV and Saxony want to intensify cooperation
The joy over new World Heritage sites in both federal states is still reverberating. However, the heads of government of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania and Saxony are also looking to the future.
Arrest of IS supporters in Hamburg and Schleswig-Holstein
Two Russian citizens remanded in custody for fundraising activities for IS. Federal prosecutor's office issues arrest warrants.
Federal prosecutor's office arrests suspected IS supporters
Federal prosecutors have arrested suspected IS supporters in Hamburg and Schleswig-Holstein. They are accused of collecting funds for IS.
Federal government only fills just under 40% of the announced jobs in coal mining areas
Of the 5000 new jobs in authorities and research institutions in coal-mining regions, 2094 have been filled so far, with plans for 3531 positions. Leftists criticize the results as sobering.
Delays in issuing passports in major cities in Saxony
Long waiting times and high production times lead to frustration among applicants in large cities in Saxony.
More money for Saxony in future thanks to census
Although Saxony has lost inhabitants according to the census, it can still count on more allocations from the federal financial equalization scheme. This is due to a statistical effect.
Performance and courage are frighteningly good for you
Internal security as a prerequisite for economic growthThe latest election results and the rising crime rate in Germany show that many people are concerned about the security situation in the country. Carsten Linnemann, Secretary General of the CDU, emphasizes in his June newsletter "Eigene Feder" t ..
Dresden wins bid for Federal Garden Show 2033
Dresden will host the Federal Garden Show in 2033 and plans to develop piles of rubble as places of remembrance.
Dispute over election posters in Dresden escalates
Several people obstruct the removal of illegal election posters in Dresden, legal action threatened.
AfD strongest in simulated U18 election in Saxony
AfD receives the most votes in simulated European and local elections for young people in Saxony. Results also show nationwide comparisons.
Federal government expands funding programs for coal regions
The federal government wants to expand the scope for state funding programs in coal-mining regions in order to accelerate structural change.
Federal government expands scope for funding programs in coal regions
The federal government wants to promote the establishment of new economic sectors in the coal regions and expand the scope for state funding programs.
Macron speech in Dresden: "We must defend Europe"
Macron regularly makes pleas for a strong and sovereign Europe. He rarely receives as much cheering as he did in front of thousands of young people in Dresden. And he has an important message ahead of the European elections.
Second day of the state visit: Macron arrives in Saxony
For the first time in 24 years, a French president is making a state visit to Germany. Several stops in Saxony are also on the program.