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World Service,24 Sep 2025,9 mins

What will Germany’s new budget mean for the economy?

World Business Express

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz introduces the 2026 budget with €126.7 billion in new investments for infrastructure, transport, schools, and other major projects. Leanna Byrne talks to a business industry leader in Berlin about why they're not happy. And a deal has been reached to make a new HIV prevention drug much more affordable in low and middle income countries. You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voicenote: +44 330 678 3033.

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