Germany's Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil is visiting Washington to engage in discussions with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. The agenda includes strengthening trade relations, global cooperation, and enhancing trans-Atlantic ties, particularly after recent tariff reductions on European imports. Additionally, a study reveals only 16% of Germans are willing to defend the country against an attack, despite rising concerns among citizens about possible military threats. There are also calls from Bavarian officials for reduced financial benefits for Ukrainian refugees and increased scrutiny on unemployment benefit fraud due to budget pressures.
Lars Klingbeil is in Washington for high-level talks with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to discuss the trans-Atlantic partnership between the US and Germany.
Only 16% of Germans are willing to take up arms in the event of an attack, with over a quarter citing a military attack within five years as likely.
Bavarian State Premier Markus Soder has called for a reduction in benefit rates for Ukrainian refugees in Germany, highlighting rising costs amid increased scrutiny of fraud.
German lawmakers from the governing coalition are advocating for tougher measures against unemployment benefit fraud, stating that those who exploit the system must face clear sanctions.
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