Germany News in English: Politics, Economy & Society
The German Review is an independent source of Germany news in English, providing analysis and context rather than breaking headlines.
The German Review publishes in-depth analysis of Germany’s politics, institutions and public debate, written in English for international readers. Rather than chasing daily headlines, we explain the systems, incentives and long-term trends shaping Europe’s largest economy.
Below you’ll find our main areas of Germany news coverage, each organised around a dedicated hub bringing together our reporting and commentary on the subject.
Defence & security
Germany’s armed forces are undergoing their most significant reorientation since the end of the Cold War — at least on paper.
Our defence coverage looks at the Bundeswehr’s readiness, procurement failures and manpower constraints, as well as the political and legal limits of the Zeitenwende. We also examine Germany’s role within NATO and the wider European security architecture.
→ Bundeswehr & defence policy hub
Infrastructure, energy & connectivity
From power grids and railways to mobile networks, Germany’s infrastructure is under increasing strain.
This section brings together analysis of the energy transition, transport bottlenecks and digital dead zones — and explores why ambitious targets so often collide with planning delays, regulatory inertia and political trade-offs.
→ Germany’s infrastructure hub
Democracy & political culture
Germany’s political system is under pressure from polarisation, institutional fatigue and declining trust.
Here we examine the dynamics behind voter realignment, protest movements, and the rise of parties such as the AfD — as well as the response of mainstream politics and the state.
→ Democracy & political culture
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Germany in the world
Germany’s foreign policy has been shaped by decades of economic pragmatism, strategic restraint and faith in multilateralism.
Our international coverage looks at how those assumptions are being tested — from relations with the United States and Russia to Germany’s role in Europe and its response to global crises.
German media & journalism
How Germany’s media institutions shape public debate — and how prestige, moral certainty and editorial incentives influence what gets reported, amplified or ignored.
This section examines the role of legacy outlets, public broadcasters and emerging alternatives, as well as the growing gap between media narratives and public trust.
→ German media & journalism hub
About this publication
The German Review is written for readers who want to understand not just what is happening in Germany, but why. Our reporting prioritises clarity, scepticism and context over partisanship or daily outrage.
If you’re new here, the topic hubs above are the best place to start.