Germany Cuts Budgets as Economic Struggles Test Generosity
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Germany has historically been very generous with social welfare spending and foreign aid, but its economy is now struggling.
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The country's budget deficit and high energy prices are challenging its ability to spend freely.
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Public sentiment has shifted against foreign aid and social welfare for immigrants.
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The far-right AfD party is pushing for reduced federal spending on migration, climate, and development aid.
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Cuts to development aid in the 2024 budget will have a significant impact on vulnerable people globally.