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06.03.2023, Brandenburg, Meseberg: Volker Wissing (FDP), Bundesminister für Verkehr und Digitales, spricht bei einem Pressestatement vor der Klausurtagung des Bundeskabinetts. Das Ampel Kabinett hat sich zu einer zweitägigen Klausurtagung im Gästehaus der Bundesregierung, dem Schloss Meseberg zurückgezogen. Foto: Michael Kappeler/dpa +++ dpa-Bildfunk +++
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Data transfer: Why Scholz is angry with Wissing

Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz (SPD) has criticized Transport Minister Volker Wissing (FDP) over a Memorandum of Understanding on data exchange concluded with China. Wissing rejected the Chancellor's criticism.

By Felix Lee

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Traffic light coalition causes turmoil in Brussels

The strong centrifugal forces within the German government are also being felt at the EU level. FDP ministers are causing turbulence in the Council with sudden maneuvers – and facing harsh criticism for it.

By Till Hoppe

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Traffic light coalition struggles with EU Supply Chain Act

FDP ministers Christian Lindner and Marco Buschmann reject the EU Supply Chain Directive, citing burdens on businesses. Meanwhile, within the coalition, there is a relief package linked to the directive on the table.

By Caspar Dohmen