AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoAfD Protests in Erfurt: Thousands blocked roads in Erfurt as Germany’s far-right AfD held its conference ahead of key state elections, with police deploying large forces and protesters warning against a slide toward fascism. Sick Leave Crackdown: Germany is tightening rules for calling in sick, moving toward doctor’s notes from day one and ending phone-only certificates—sparking backlash from workers and businesses. Budget and Carbon Politics: The federal cabinet is set to approve a draft 2027 budget with borrowing above €203 billion, while Germany plans to redirect some ETS1 CO2 permit revenues away from the green transition fund. Security and Intel: Germany’s defence leadership is again pushing back on far-right AfD access to classified information, citing Russia ties. Culture and Heritage: Germany’s largest publicly accessible game archive is shutting down after funding ran out, leaving tens of thousands of game files in limbo. Health Threat: Scientists warn Germany faces a mosquito surge, especially from the invasive Asian tiger mosquito, as warm, humid weather boosts breeding. Business Watch: JD.com has received conditional approval to buy Ceconomy for €22 billion, potentially reshaping Europe’s electronics retail landscape.
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