Global Scans · Germany · Weekly Summary

• [New] The funding, managed by KfW, Germany's Development Bank, will cover actions to support the not-for-profit organizations Combating Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria Biopharmaceutical Accelerator (CARB-X) and the Global Antibiotic Research & Development Partnership (GARDP). Public Health
• [New] In Europe, countries like the United Kingdom, Germany, and Sweden are exploring the potential of 5G-enabled smart hospital technologies to improve healthcare delivery and patient outcomes. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] Germany's Opportunity Card and expanded EU Blue Card, Poland's evolving immigration framework, and the Czech Republic's administrative streamlining reflect the diversity of approaches within the EU. Orange Law
• [New] The GCC's new unified multi-entry visa, Singapore's expanded ONE Pass, Germany's Opportunity Card, Japan's expanded Specified Skilled Worker programme, and Costa Rica's targeted retirement and residency pathways all represent policy signals from governments that want international workers. Orange Law
• [New] A coordinated strategic framework that puts South American skills reform on the OECD agenda, funded by German bilateral cooperation, could help accelerate the international visibility of Latin American TVET innovation. The Skills Agenda
• [New] Germany's digital publishing operations will be consolidated around a smaller group of core brands, to focus on growing revenue in other areas. Digiday
• [New] Broader markets have reacted dynamically to ceasefire news, with Germany's DAX rising 2.25%, Spain's IBEX gaining 2.2%, and France's CAC 40 up nearly 2% on hopes of diplomatic resolution. TimeTrex
• [New] Over the past few years, Germany has been on a military spending spree, with Berlin expected to spend $127 billion on defence this year, by far the most in Europe. Stars and Stripes
• [New] Electricity became cheaper in Germany in March, and prices are expected to continue falling in April. The Left Berlin
• [New] If all-electric drivetrains become the norm in the future, Germany will lose a technological advantage that it has enjoyed for a long time. Stiftung Wissenschaft und Politik (SWP)
• [New] Economic developments in Germany will depend largely on the outlook for the Iran war. BMWI
• [New] For Germany, the 5% use of credits would translate to 42% of additional emissions in 2040. Reccessary
• [New] By 2035, clean flexibility could displace enough fossil fuel generation in Germany to save €5.4 billion in costs. Beyond Fossil Fuels
• [New] Germany plans to raise between €1.5 billion and €2 billion ahead of a sale or possible IPO - a move that reflects both the improved economics and the broader European push to secure energy supply chains against future geopolitical disruption. European Business Magazine
• [New] Mercedes-Benz will become the first German car manufacturer to offer a production vehicle with steer-by-wire technology, when it is introduced with the updated EQS electric sedan due to be revealed within days. Drive
• [New] The new German KRITIS umbrella act will in the near future change how critical infrastructure is protected in Germany. HHLA Sky
• [New] Volkswagen and Group energy subsidiary Elli will launch a fully integrated Vehicle-to-Grid offer for private customers in Germany in the fourth quarter of 2026, with pre-registration opening in June. Automotive World

Last updated: 28 April 2026