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China's Xi, Scholz seek closer ties in controversial summit

Beijing (AFP) - Chinese President Xi Jinping welcomed German Chancellor Olaf Scholz to Beijing Friday, with both sides seeking to deepen economic cooperation on a trip that has prompted criticism over Berlin's growing reliance on the Asian power.

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Germany's Scholz seeks closer ties in China visit

Beijing (AFP) - German Chancellor Olaf Scholz told President Xi Jinping on Friday he wished to deepen economic cooperation, on a trip to Beijing that has prompted criticism over Berlin's heavy reliance on an increasingly authoritarian China.

AFP

Alonso's Leverkusen under fire ahead of Union clash

Berlin (AFP) - Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso is in desperate need of a win as his side look to turn around their miserable form when they host Bundesliga leaders Union Berlin on Sunday.

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Germany's Scholz tests China ties with inaugural visit, to discuss Ukraine

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz arrives in China on a one-day trip on Friday, becoming the first G7 leader to visit since the start of COVID-19 and President Xi Jinping solidifying his grip on power with a third term as Communist Party general secretary.

Reuters

Why Western leaders are warily watching the German leader's trip to China

As German Chancellor Olaf Scholz heads to China to meet with President Xi Jinping on Friday, he is under political pressure at home, and from Washington, to rethink Berlin's relationship with Beijing.

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Germany wrestles with economic dependence on China

Berlin (AFP) - As Chancellor Olaf Scholz travels to Beijing, policymakers and businesses at home are grappling with an existential question: how can they reduce their reliance on China and can they survive without the world's second-largest economy?

AFP

Japan, Germany eye military logistics pact -Japan official

Japan and Germany have agreed to work towards a military logistics pact, a Japanese government official said on Thursday, as Tokyo and Berlin tighten security relations on the back of Russia's invasion of Ukraine and China's growing military might.

Reuters

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Germany’s Scholz urges Western Balkans to resolve conflicts

Chancellor Olaf Scholz makes appeal for unity at summit with regional leaders in Berlin.

Al Jazeera

Berlin urges German nationals to leave Iran or risk arrest

Germany's government on Thursday urged its citizens to leave Iran or risk arbitrary arrest and long prison terms there, warning that dual nationals were particularly at risk.

Reuters

Germany, Israel honour Holocaust 'heroes' in Berlin

Berlin (AFP) - Germany and Israel on Wednesday paid posthumous tribute to two married couples who rescued Berlin Jews from the Nazis, at an emotional ceremony attended by four generations of the families' descendants.

AFP

Germany primes energy price cap as bills soar

Berlin (AFP) - Germany on Wednesday signed off on an energy price cap, the cornerstone of a massive 200-billion-euro ($198-billion) package to shield households and businesses from rising costs.

AFP

How Europe is trying to get people moving by train

A number of European countries are trying to get people to embrace lower-emission trips, write Rick Noack, Meg Kelly and Sandra Mehl. So how well is it working?

The Independent UK

Western Balkans leaders to sign deals on closer integration in Berlin

Western Balkans leaders are set to sign three agreements on mutual recognition of identity cards, university degrees and professional qualifications at a summit in Berlin on Thursday, German government officials said.

Reuters

Germany tells Serbia: you have to choose between EU and Russia

Serbia must decide whether it wants to join the European Union or enter into a partnership with Russia, Germany told Belgrade on Tuesday, two days before six Western Balkan countries are scheduled to discuss closer cooperation in Berlin.

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Gay struggle offers new window on Berlin Wall's fall

Berlin (AFP) - The role of gay people in bringing down communist East Germany from within is getting fresh attention three decades on, at a time when sexual liberation is still a battleground.

Reuters

Germany's Scholz promises Ukraine further support in call with Zelenskiy

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz assured Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy in a phone call on Monday that Berlin would continue to provide Kyiv with political, financial, humanitarian and military support, according to a government statement.

Reuters

Scholz questions climate protests after Berlin traffic accident

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Monday took aim at climate protesters who have been supergluing themselves to roads, after the fire brigade said a demonstration on a Berlin autobahn had hindered their response to a severe traffic collision.

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Germany Condemns Violence by Iranian Security Forces Against Protesters

Germany condemns “in the strongest terms” a violent crackdown by Iranian security forces against protesters and the state repression of journalists there, a German government spokesperson said on Monday. Germany welcomed further sanctions by the European Union against Iran, and Berlin is looking at further measures, the spokesperson added, without…

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Protesters attacked near Iranian embassy in Berlin

People at pro-democracy vigil were beaten and threatened at gunpoint by unknown assailants, say police

Reuters

Climate activists glue themselves to dinosaur exhibit at Berlin museum

Two women glued themselves to the handrails around a dinosaur exhibit at Berlin's Natural History museum on Sunday in the latest protest by climate activists, calling on the German government to scale up measures to fight climate change.

AFP

Late winner sends Union Berlin back to top of Bundesliga

Berlin (AFP) - Union Berlin's Danilho Doekhi headed in a 97th-minute winner to send his side back to the top of the Bundesliga in a 2-1 home win over Borussia Moenchengladbach on Sunday.

The Independent UK

Police: Men attack vigil outside Iranian embassy in Berlin

German police are investigating an attack on a pro-democracy vigil outside the Iranian embassy in Berlin in which three people were injured

AFP

Facing uncertain future, Ukrainians struggle to adapt in Germany

Berlin (AFP) - In her previous life in southern Ukraine, Tetiana Chepeliova was an accountant.

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The best Christmas markets in Europe and cheap flights from Glasgow to get there

With Glasgow's Christmas markets not returning in 2022, this year is the perfect time to visit some of Europe's best festive destinations, and indulge in some new culture.

AFP

Nagelsmann unsure when Neuer will return before World Cup

Berlin (AFP) - Bayern Munich manager Julian Nagelsmann said on Friday he does not know when captain Manuel Neuer will return from a shoulder injury, as the goalkeeper's World Cup prospects appear in serious doubt.

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