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Peter Altmaier
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German economy minister slashes 2021 growth forecast
The German government predicts lower-than-expected growth this year but a boom in 2022.
Hospitalized German minister says he's 'very well'
Economy Minister Peter Altmaier said he was doing "very well" the next morning, and his visit was just a precaution.
Trans-Atlantic ties on the mend?
Simone Menne from AmCham Germany looks into how fast trans-Atlantic trade disputes could be resolved on Biden's watch.
German minister in US: Nord Stream 2 dispute 'solvable'
Peter Altmaier told German radio on arrival in Washington that he expected a resolution on the pipeline by August.
Germany upgrades growth forecast for 2021
Germany has raised its growth prediction for 2021 amid optimism that vaccinations may offer a way out of lockdown.
Economy minister seeks deal to reopen Germany
Businesses had mixed reactions after consulting with Economy Minister Peter Altmaier, but they welcome steps proposed.
German minister: Don't link Navalny with Nord Stream 2
Germany's economy minister says business projects should be separated from reactions to human rights violations.
Coronavirus: 'The situation is bitterly serious'
President Frank-Walter Steinmeier has appealed to the public to abide by a stricter lockdown as of Wednesday.
German ministers urge rethink of aid for pandemic-hit firms
They say the government cannot afford to prop up businesses affected by the coronavirus lockdown indefinitely.
Germany to pump in €3 billion in ailing car industry
The investment will extend the subsidy for electric vehicles and save jobs.
German economy bounces back to beat expectations
Germany's economy was hit hard by coronavirus, recording a record quarterly slump earlier this year.
Germany mulls tougher coronavirus restrictions
Chancellor Angela Merkel said a lack of discipline on COVID-19 had put the country back in a "difficult" situation.
Germany's new climate charter: What will it change?
With the EU increasing targets for emissions-cutting, will Germany be able to keep up?
Germany proposes major 'climate charter'
The German economy minister has announced a new climate change charter aimed at helping businesses.
Altmaier: 'There are enough remedies'
Protest against coronavirus restrictions: German Economy Minister Peter Altmaier speaks to DW.
Wirecard scandal: Bundestag wants answers
A parliamentary committee has questioned two Cabinet ministers about their knowledge of Wirecard's alleged fraud.
Hong Kong: German minister defends China ties
China's Hong Kong security law is no reason for Germany to sever its trade relationship, says Economy Minister Altmaier.
German economy faces huge coronavirus slump
The pandemic will hit Germany's economy harder than any other calamity in decades, said the economy minister.
Germany still has austerity on its radar
Berlin plans to return to its controversial policy of no new debt as soon as the coronavirus crisis is over.
Germany pressures Huawei over security
German Economy Minister Peter Altmaier told Huawei's CEO that all operators must fulfill security requirements.
Germany seeks 'level playing field' in China
The German economy minister wants better trade rules that don't put European companies at a disadvantage.
Germany urges speedy end to China-US trade war
The long-running spat has cost each side billions of dollars and harmed German business interests.
Altmaier hails Russian trade cooperation
Chancellor Merkel's office stressed that the opening of the plant was not a return to business as usual.
Merkel to discuss cybersecurity with global partners
The prospect of the US suspending intelligence services to Germany would have huge security implications.
US warns Germany over Huawei contracts
The US sent the German Economy Ministry a letter warning of the risks of using "untrusted vendors" in its 5G network.
EU ministers debating US tariff threat
EU ministers are debating how to mandate the European Commission for delayed trade talks with the USA.
Germany, France seek new EU antitrust rules
The German and French economy ministers have set out a manifesto for European industry fit for the 21st century.
Germany reveals plan to stop foreign takeovers
The economy minister wants to make Germany more competitive, but critics have accused him of state interventionism.
German minister defends industrial plan
Critics say a proposed industrial strategy to keep Germany competitive is incompatible with a free market economy.
Only 1 percent growth forecast for Germany
Germany's economic growth looks set to drop to 1 percent. Economy Minister
Altmaier: Prices will stay 'affordable' despite coal exit
German Economy Minister Peter Altmaier has pledged consumer-friendly prices in the switch from coal to renewables.
May defends Brexit deal ahead of crucial week
May and EU officials view the draft deal as the only option, but rebels in the PM's Conservative party beg to differ.
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German economy minister talks trade
In an interview with DW, German Economy Minister Peter Altmaier shares his views on trade conflicts and protectionism.
Angela Merkel's potential successors as chancellor
DW examines the long-serving chancellor's potential successors as both CDU chief and head of the German government.
Support grows for EU-wide arms embargo on Saudi Arabia
Following journalist Jamal Khashoggi's murder, Austria has urged a bloc-wide halt on arms exports to Saudi Arabia.
Altmaier on immigration law
DW's Kate Brady spoke with German Economy Minister Peter Altmaier about a new immigration deal.
Germany seeks more scrutiny of foreign buyouts
Berlin has said it wants to be able to intervene earlier if a non-EU investor acquires 15 percent of a German company.
EU increases 2030 renewables target to 32 percent
Germany dismissed an even higher target demanded by the European Parliament as unrealistic.
German Economy Minister hopes for tariffs deal
Germany's economy minister hopes EU proposal may stop looming US tariffs on steel and aluminum.
Germany seeks deal between Russia, Ukraine on Nord Stream 2
Economy minister Peter Altmaier is commuting between capitals to find a compromise. Miodrag Soric reports from Moscow.
Germany set to help its firms in Iran
Germany's economy minister says Berlin will help firms active in Iran after the US withdrawal from the nuclear deal.
German minister: EU should avoid US trade war
The warning comes days before a US decision on whether to introduce tariffs on EU steel and aluminum.
E-mobilty: 'Invest or lose out'
The development of electric cars and battery production are crucial for carmakers, says Economy Minister Peter Altmaier.
Steel tariffs: solutions on the horizon?
Countries' reactions to the US steel tariffs have varied. What will turn out to be the best approach?
Germany and G20 push for free trade
Germany's finance minister defended open markets days before planned US tariffs are set to enter force.
Altmaier warns against trade war with US
Germany's economy minister made his comments before departing for Washington.
Helge Braun – the all-rounder
Hardly anyone knew who Helge Braun was before now. From now on he will coordinate all the work of governance.
Merkel: Brexit leaves 'very challenging' budget gap
Angela Merkel acknowledged EU financing challenges for the remaining 27 member states after 2019.
Will Germans soon get a right to fast internet?
Germany's internet infrastructure ranks poorly compared with that of other industrialized countries.
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