AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoMilitary Accountability: A Bundeswehr study found sexual misconduct is reported in only a fraction of cases. Defence Minister Boris Pistorius pledged an action plan and “zero tolerance” as the military confronts the scale of abuse. Ukraine and EU Budget: Chancellor Friedrich Merz is linking Germany’s position on the EU budget to Ukraine funding, drawing criticism from Slovakia and Hungary as European leaders discuss peace efforts in Dublin. Cybersecurity: Germany is preparing a legal basis for counterattacks against cyber threats, a move that raises questions about oversight and limits on state powers. Energy Security: The government plans a strategic gas reserve after missing winter storage targets, while households are warned that gas and electricity bills may rise in early 2027. Economy: Germany’s economic advisers have raised their 2026 growth forecast but warned that fiscal risks remain. Climate Policy: Germany’s environment minister is seeking concrete results at COP31, as major leaders—including Merz—skip the summit.
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