Berlin is facing a two-day transport strike initiated by the Verdi trade union, which is pushing for significant pay increases for workers. As a result, subways, trams, and most bus lines have been severely disrupted, with only limited operations continuing. Concurrently, the German Bundestag passed a historic spending bill proposed by Friedrich Merz for over one trillion euros aimed at bolstering defense and infrastructure, marking a major shift in fiscal policy as it allows increased government borrowing beyond traditional limits.
The two-day strike by Berlin's transport workers, initiated by the Verdi trade union, aims for salary increases of at least €750 per month, impacting public transport.
The Bundestag approval of Friedrich Merz's spending proposal signifies a monumental shift in Germany's fiscal policy, allowing for more than a trillion euros in debt-financed investments.
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