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Cabinet will propose to reappoint Achim Truger

– The German Cabinet has decided to propose to the Federal President the reappointment of Achim Truger to the German Council of Economic Experts for a second term of office.

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New publication timeline

– This year, the German Council of Economic Experts will publish its updated economic outlook for 2024 and 2025 on 15 May 2024. For the first time, a chapter of the Annual Report will be published with the economic outlook in spring this year.

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Germany has to invest in the future to overcome its sluggish economic growth

– The energy crisis and lower real incomes are still weighing on the short-term economic outlook. In the medium term the declining volume of work, the outdated capital stock and the lack of innovative companies weigh on economic growth in Germany.

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Appointment of Martin Werding until February 2028

– Martin Werding will start his first full term as a member of the German Council of Economic Experts from 1 March 2023.

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Managing the energy crisis in solidarity and shaping the new reality

– The energy crisis and high inflation are placing a heavy burden on households and businesses in Germany. The economic situation requires measures to address the energy shortage and provide relief to households and firms.

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Monika Schnitzer appointed as new chair

– The members of the GCEE have appointed Prof. Dr. Dr. h.c. Monika Schnitzer as their new chair with immediate effect.