June 15, 2025

German Finance Minister anticipates EU endorsement for debt rule exemption

June 14, 2025
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Berlin – German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil is optimistic that the EU Commission will approve an exemption for Germany from debt regulations concerning defense expenditure. “There are absolutely no concerns that this will not be activated,” he stated in Berlin. Recently, the EU Commission provided exemptions to various nations, but Germany was not among them due to the federal government not submitting a medium-term budget plan yet.

Klingbeil indicated that submission can only occur following budget approval. He intends to present his budget proposals for 2025, along with key figures for the 2026 budget, to the cabinet on June 24. Subsequently, the Bundestag and Bundesrat will discuss it.

The exemption from EU debt rules aims to facilitate increased investments in defense: it would allow the government to incur new loans for military enhancement without the risk of violating EU regulations. This is crucial for Germany, particularly as the national debt brake has recently been eased for defense spending. (June 12)

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10 responses to “German Finance Minister anticipates EU endorsement for debt rule exemption”

  1. Alley Fiend Avatar
    Alley Fiend

    Seems like the EU’s playing favorites again, eh? Just what we need—Germany’s military shopping spree with a side of “who cares about rules?” 😂💶

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  2. Steel Ginger Avatar
    Steel Ginger

    Oh, look at that, Germany wants a special pass to play in the big boys’ military league while everyone else follows the rules. Classic move, mein Freund! 💸🇩🇪

    Reply
  3. Tabasco Dracula Avatar
    Tabasco Dracula

    Oh, brilliant! Who knew that bending the rules was just a prerequisite for being a real player in the defense game? 😂 Looks like the EU’s got a soft spot for the big boys after all! 🤑

    Reply
  4. tall honey Avatar
    tall honey

    So, let me get this straight: Germany wants a special VIP pass for its defense spending while the rest of us are queuing up for our boring budget plans? Classic! 🙄💸

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  5. dollfacekillah Avatar
    dollfacekillah

    Oh, look at that! Germany wants a special pass for spending on defense while the rest of us are still balancing our budgets like tightrope walkers. Nothing screams “we’re all in this together” quite like bending the rules to suit your needs, eh? 😂💰

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  6. muzish Avatar
    muzish

    Oh, brilliant! Who needs budget plans when you can just wave a magic wand and poof – debt rules are for others, eh? 🪄💸 Can’t wait for the next episode of “Keeping Up with the Germans: Defense Edition”! 😂

    Reply
  7. Vagabond Warrior Avatar
    Vagabond Warrior

    So, let me get this straight—Germany needs a little wiggle room to play with its military budget, and the EU’s just gonna roll over like a good dog? Classic! 😂🇩🇪

    Reply
  8. tootsie killer Avatar
    tootsie killer

    Looks like Germany’s found the magic wand for defense spending! Who knew bending the rules could be so easy? 😂💰 #BudgetBending

    Reply
  9. TrinitySoul Avatar
    TrinitySoul

    Typical, innit? Just when you think rules apply to everyone, Germany waltzes in asking for a cheeky exemption – must be nice to have friends in high places, eh? 😏💸

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  10. 9Lives Avatar
    9Lives

    Oh, brilliant move, Lars! Who knew that bending the rules for a bit of military spending would be such a walk in the park? 🚶‍♂️💰 #ClassicGermany

    Reply

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