Building permits in Germany rise sharply in 2025 amidst ongoing housing shortage and rising demand....
Germany risks missing 2030 climate goals due to stalled progress in transport and building sectors, impacting expats and residents alike....
German Justice Minister Hubig proposes removing the one-year separation rule in domestic violence divorce cases to enhance victim protection....
Rising inflation in Germany leads to higher living costs and forces consumers, including expats, to reduce spending on groceries and leisure....
Germany’s housing construction falters amid rising demand, worsening shortages and costs affecting expats and international residents....
Germany’s housing construction crisis worsens due to rising costs and delays, impacting expats’ housing availability and affordability....
Germany enacts new heating law affecting tenants and landlords, with ongoing fossil fuel heating allowed and shared cost rules....
Germany allows new oil and gas heating but mandates increasing renewable fuel use by 2029, impacting expats and homeowners....
Russia stops Kazakh oil via Druschba pipeline, impacting Germany’s northeast fuel supply and prompting route changes and refinery adjustments....
Germany’s cabinet approves laws to limit rent increases, speed up digital infrastructure, and introduce digital travel check-ins....