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German Law Easing Legal Gender Changes Enters Force, Marking Major Milestone

In a landmark move, Germany has introduced the Gender Self-Determination Act, a new law that significantly simplifies the process for individuals to change their legal gender and name. As of November 1, the new legislation is being celebrated by many...
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German Warships Withdrawn from Red Sea Path Amid Concerns of Houthi Attacks

Two German Navy warships, the FGS BADEN-WÜRTTEMBERG (F222) and FGS FRANKFURT AM MAIN (A1412), have altered their route to avoid the Red Sea due to concerns over potential attacks from Houthi armed groups. Citing elevated security risks in the region,...
Kremlin

Russian Threats Loom as Rheinmetall Expands Weapons Production Facilities in Ukraine Amid Ongoing War

Russian President Vladimir Putin's government issued a stark warning to Ukraine and the West on Tuesday, designating arms factories in Ukraine operated by German defense giant Rheinmetall as legitimate targets for Russian forces. This pronouncement, delivered by Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry...
Germany-China

German Economy Minister Seeks Trade Solutions in China

As German Economy Minister Robert Habeck embarks on a crucial trip to China, the visit is being closely watched due to its timing and the complex nature of current international trade relations. Habeck’s mission is to seek consensus rather than...
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Project-75I: German Shipbuilder’s Revolutionary Submarines for Indian Navy

 The Indian Navy is gearing up to acquire six advanced submarines under Project-75I. This project, with its focus on stealth and endurance, aims to integrate Fuel Cell Air-Independent Propulsion (AIP) technology with cutting-edge Lithium-ion batteries, positioning the Indian Navy at...
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Why are Japanese and German firms skeptical about China’s 2024 outlook?

Two surveys reveal that more Japanese and German firms with operations in China anticipate the Chinese economy to worsen in 2024 than anticipated. A survey by the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry in China found that 39% of Chinese...
Education

German Bank Funds 22.4M Euro for Syrian Students’ Education in Jordan

Amman, Jordan Jordan and the German Development Bank have signed a $22.4-million grant agreement to support the Jordanian education sector. The aid will fund teachers' salaries in public schools accommodating Syrian students for the academic year 2023/2024. The Jordanian Ministry...
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz

G20 summit: German Chancellor Scholz wore a blindfold!

New Delhi German Chancellor Olaf Scholz wore a blindfold at the G20 summit in New Delhi due to an injury he sustained while jogging in Potsdam. Prime Minister Narendra Modi warmly welcomed Scholz at the Bharat Mandapam venue, where the...