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The deteriorating condition of the road and rail infrastructure hampers economic development in Germany. To decarbonise freight transport more quickly, government action should prioritise expanding a charging infrastructure for battery-electric trucks.
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On 15 May 2024, the GCEE will publish its Spring Report 2024, which will consist of the Economic Outlook for the years 2024 and 2025 and a chapter on sustainable freight transport marking the first step to a new publication timeline.
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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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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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The short-term outlook for the German economy has improved slightly compared to autumn 2022, but the situation remains strained. High inflation continues to inhibit the economy this year. The loss of purchasing power due to inflation, tighter financing…
