http://www.spiegel.de Daily news, analysis and opinion from Europe's leading newsmagazine and Germany's top news Web site. en Fri, 24 May 2013 08:43:03 +0200 Fri, 24 May 2013 08:43:03 +0200 http://www.spiegel.de http://www.spiegel.de/static/sys/logo_120x61.gif http://www.spiegel.de/politik/deutschland/spd-muss-ihren-kanzlerkandidaten-jetzt-benennen-a-849701.html#ref=rss Drei Kandidaten sind zwei zu viel. Dass sich die SPD bis 2013 nicht festlegen will, mag taktisch richtig sein - politisch ist es falsch. Die Genossen müssen endlich reinen Tisch machen und klarstellen, wer im kommenden Jahr gegen Angela Merkel antreten soll. Mon, 13 Aug 2012 12:23:00 +0200 http://www.spiegel.de/politik/deutschland/spd-muss-ihren-kanzlerkandidaten-jetzt-benennen-a-849701.html http://www.spiegel.de/international/europe/what-a-hollande-victory-would-mean-for-merkel-and-german-french-relations-a-828537.html#ref=rss German Chancellor Merkel has made it clear that she would like to see French President Nicolas Sarkozy win a second term. Indeed, if his challenger François Hollande emerges victorious in the country's upcoming election, she could face isolation in Europe. But a Sarkozy re-election might be problematic, too. Thu, 19 Apr 2012 16:08:00 +0200 http://www.spiegel.de/international/europe/what-a-hollande-victory-would-mean-for-merkel-and-german-french-relations-a-828537.html German Chancellor Merkel has made it clear that she would like to see French President Nicolas Sarkozy win a second term. Indeed, if his challenger François Hollande emerges victorious in the country's upcoming election, she could face isolation in Europe. But a Sarkozy re-election might be problematic, too.]]> http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/spd-head-sigmar-gabriel-speaks-with-spiegel-about-guenter-grass-a-827752.html#ref=rss For decades, Nobel laureate Günter Grass has supported Germany's Social Democrats on the campaign trail. Despite massive critique of the author's recent poem about Israel, SPD head Sigmar Gabriel defends Grass in an interview with SPIEGEL. He also says that the Pirate Party still has a lot to learn. Mon, 16 Apr 2012 17:20:00 +0200 http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/spd-head-sigmar-gabriel-speaks-with-spiegel-about-guenter-grass-a-827752.html For decades, Nobel laureate Günter Grass has supported Germany's Social Democrats on the campaign trail. Despite massive critique of the author's recent poem about Israel, SPD head Sigmar Gabriel defends Grass in an interview with SPIEGEL. He also says that the Pirate Party still has a lot to learn.]]> http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/interview-with-german-opposition-leader-commercial-banking-should-be-split-from-investment-banking-a-792223.html#ref=rss In an interview with SPIEGEL, Sigmar Gabriel, the leader of the opposition center-left Social Democrats, outlines his plans to tame financial capitalism, warns that the supposed supremacy of banks and markets is eroding faith in politics and says the SPD would do a better job containing the crisis. Mon, 17 Oct 2011 14:14:00 +0200 http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/interview-with-german-opposition-leader-commercial-banking-should-be-split-from-investment-banking-a-792223.html In an interview with SPIEGEL, Sigmar Gabriel, the leader of the opposition center-left Social Democrats, outlines his plans to tame financial capitalism, warns that the supposed supremacy of banks and markets is eroding faith in politics and says the SPD would do a better job containing the crisis. ]]> http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/words-for-the-unwilling-spd-boss-calls-for-tougher-integration-measures-a-718627.html#ref=rss The head of Germany's center-left Social Democratic Party, Sigmar Gabriel, has told SPIEGEL ONLINE that the country should get tough on immigrants who are unwilling to learn the language and integrate. He says they should be supported, but that the government and society should also make demands. Tue, 21 Sep 2010 12:36:37 +0200 http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/words-for-the-unwilling-spd-boss-calls-for-tougher-integration-measures-a-718627.html The head of Germany's center-left Social Democratic Party, Sigmar Gabriel, has told SPIEGEL ONLINE that the country should get tough on immigrants who are unwilling to learn the language and integrate. He says they should be supported, but that the government and society should also make demands.]]> http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/pitfalls-in-bid-to-expel-muslim-critic-sarrazin-turns-into-migraine-for-social-democrats-a-717251.html#ref=rss The executive board of the Social Democratic Party voted on Monday to begin proceedings to expel Thilo Sarrazin for his controversial anti-Muslim theories. The expulsion is risky for the party and its leader, Sigmar Gabriel, because many members agree with Sarrazin's views. Mon, 13 Sep 2010 17:50:23 +0200 http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/pitfalls-in-bid-to-expel-muslim-critic-sarrazin-turns-into-migraine-for-social-democrats-a-717251.html The executive board of the Social Democratic Party voted on Monday to begin proceedings to expel Thilo Sarrazin for his controversial anti-Muslim theories. The expulsion is risky for the party and its leader, Sigmar Gabriel, because many members agree with Sarrazin's views.]]> http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/competing-visions-spd-leadership-duo-tries-to-lead-the-party-back-to-relevance-a-675430.html#ref=rss After years of eroding support, Germany's Social Democrats are back in the opposition. But the party is having difficulty charting its course. Party leaders Sigmar Gabriel and Frank-Walter Steinmeier have competing visions for how the SPD should attempt to return to power. Wed, 03 Feb 2010 11:34:42 +0100 http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/competing-visions-spd-leadership-duo-tries-to-lead-the-party-back-to-relevance-a-675430.html http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/we-re-standing-on-a-giant-pile-of-manure-can-a-new-leadership-save-the-spd-a-653432.html#ref=rss After its worst election result in the postwar period, Germany's center-left Social Democratic Party has hastily replaced its leadership with a younger generation of politicians. But the new leaders will struggle to find an identity for the SPD, which has lost half its voters since 1998. Tue, 06 Oct 2009 12:29:04 +0200 http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/we-re-standing-on-a-giant-pile-of-manure-can-a-new-leadership-save-the-spd-a-653432.html After its worst election result in the postwar period, Germany's center-left Social Democratic Party has hastily replaced its leadership with a younger generation of politicians. But the new leaders will struggle to find an identity for the SPD, which has lost half its voters since 1998.]]> http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/spiegel-interview-with-environment-minister-sigmar-gabriel-spd-must-take-on-opposition-role-with-vigor-a-651841.html#ref=rss After a miserable election result, Germany's Social Democarts are licking their wounds. Environment Minister Sigmar Gabriel admits they may have lost touch with their constituency and that they need to redefine social democracy. But, he says, the SPD will not stop fighting. Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:07:00 +0200 http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/spiegel-interview-with-environment-minister-sigmar-gabriel-spd-must-take-on-opposition-role-with-vigor-a-651841.html After a miserable election result, Germany's Social Democarts are licking their wounds. Environment Minister Sigmar Gabriel admits they may have lost touch with their constituency and that they need to redefine social democracy. But, he says, the SPD will not stop fighting.]]> http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/the-world-from-berlin-germany-s-radioactive-election-fever-a-636553.html#ref=rss Two recent mishaps have provided an opportunity for anti-nuclear forces in Germany -- and their flagbearer, Environment Minister Sigmar Gabriel -- to take the offensive. But some German commentators think that, in trying to win votes for his party, Gabriel might actually drive them into the arms of the Greens. Thu, 16 Jul 2009 15:41:30 +0200 http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/the-world-from-berlin-germany-s-radioactive-election-fever-a-636553.html Two recent mishaps have provided an opportunity for anti-nuclear forces in Germany -- and their flagbearer, Environment Minister Sigmar Gabriel -- to take the offensive. But some German commentators think that, in trying to win votes for his party, Gabriel might actually drive them into the arms of the Greens.]]> http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/safety-concerns-german-nuclear-plant-shutdown-sparks-debate-a-634507.html#ref=rss The shutdown of Germany's Krümmel nuclear plant on Saturday due to a transformer short circuit has prompted Environment Minister Sigmar Gabriel to call for the immediate closure of the eight oldest plants. The incident is reigniting Germany's nuclear debate ahead of the Sept. 27 election. Mon, 06 Jul 2009 12:03:08 +0200 http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/safety-concerns-german-nuclear-plant-shutdown-sparks-debate-a-634507.html The shutdown of Germany's Krümmel nuclear plant on Saturday due to a transformer short circuit has prompted Environment Minister Sigmar Gabriel to call for the immediate closure of the eight oldest plants. The incident is reigniting Germany's nuclear debate ahead of the Sept. 27 election.]]> http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/german-environment-minister-we-must-discuss-climate-change-s-devastating-consequences-openly-a-620819.html#ref=rss In a SPIEGEL interview, German Environment Minister Sigmar Gabriel, of the Social Democratic Party, discusses the prospects for climate protection in the economic crisis, the shortcomings of Obama's new emissions policies and the challenges to be faced in Copenhagen this December. Thu, 23 Apr 2009 18:19:22 +0200 http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/german-environment-minister-we-must-discuss-climate-change-s-devastating-consequences-openly-a-620819.html In a SPIEGEL interview, German Environment Minister Sigmar Gabriel, of the Social Democratic Party, discusses the prospects for climate protection in the economic crisis, the shortcomings of Obama's new emissions policies and the challenges to be faced in Copenhagen this December.]]> http://www.spiegel.de/international/europe/interview-with-german-environment-minister-europe-cannot-allow-itself-to-fall-behind-a-585144.html#ref=rss German Environment Minister Sigmar Gabriel discusses the rift among EU member states over a current proposal to slash carbon dioxide emissions. He says a deal will likely be reached, but that flexibility is needed to prevent companies from leaving Europe and taking jobs with them. Mon, 20 Oct 2008 11:42:15 +0200 http://www.spiegel.de/international/europe/interview-with-german-environment-minister-europe-cannot-allow-itself-to-fall-behind-a-585144.html German Environment Minister Sigmar Gabriel discusses the rift among EU member states over a current proposal to slash carbon dioxide emissions. He says a deal will likely be reached, but that flexibility is needed to prevent companies from leaving Europe and taking jobs with them.]]> http://www.spiegel.de/international/europe/environment-minister-on-eu-emissions-measure-they-shouldn-t-act-as-if-their-primary-concern-were-climate-protection-a-581753.html#ref=rss German Environment Minister Sigmar Gabriel, 51, discusses plans by the Environment Committee in the European Parliament to tighten emissions standards on new cars, arguing that standards must be increased, but without jeopardizing the economic base. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 17:41:29 +0200 http://www.spiegel.de/international/europe/environment-minister-on-eu-emissions-measure-they-shouldn-t-act-as-if-their-primary-concern-were-climate-protection-a-581753.html German Environment Minister Sigmar Gabriel, 51, discusses plans by the Environment Committee in the European Parliament to tighten emissions standards on new cars, arguing that standards must be increased, but without jeopardizing the economic base. ]]> http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/dealing-with-asse-where-should-germany-store-its-nuclear-waste-a-577018.html#ref=rss Germany's environment minister made himself out to be a crisis manager in the scandal surrounding the Asse nuclear waste storage facility. But the problem has not been solved -- and the issue threatens to derail the CDU’s plans to postpone Germany's nuclear phaseout. Mon, 08 Sep 2008 17:40:43 +0200 http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/dealing-with-asse-where-should-germany-store-its-nuclear-waste-a-577018.html Germany's environment minister made himself out to be a crisis manager in the scandal surrounding the Asse nuclear waste storage facility. But the problem has not been solved -- and the issue threatens to derail the CDU’s plans to postpone Germany's nuclear phaseout.]]> http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/letter-from-berlin-germany-s-minister-of-disasters-a-546837.html#ref=rss Environment Minister Sigmar Gabriel had a great 2007 as the poster child of Germany's far-reaching efforts to control climate change. This year though, his ministry has been plagued by disaster -- and many of them have been of his own making. Fri, 11 Apr 2008 17:18:00 +0200 http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/letter-from-berlin-germany-s-minister-of-disasters-a-546837.html Environment Minister Sigmar Gabriel had a great 2007 as the poster child of Germany's far-reaching efforts to control climate change. This year though, his ministry has been plagued by disaster -- and many of them have been of his own making.]]> http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/a-telltale-carbon-footprint-german-environment-minister-criticized-over-solo-flight-a-541028.html#ref=rss Germany's environment minister Sigmar Gabriel is facing a barrage of criticism for allegedly wasting tax payers' money and polluting the atmosphere. He used a government plane to fly back from the Spanish island of Mallorca for a cabinet meeting in Berlin. Wed, 12 Mar 2008 16:18:15 +0100 http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/a-telltale-carbon-footprint-german-environment-minister-criticized-over-solo-flight-a-541028.html Germany's environment minister Sigmar Gabriel is facing a barrage of criticism for allegedly wasting tax payers' money and polluting the atmosphere. He used a government plane to fly back from the Spanish island of Mallorca for a cabinet meeting in Berlin.]]> http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/spiegel-interview-with-german-environment-minister-sigmar-gabriel-butting-heads-with-the-americans-doesn-t-do-any-good-a-531852.html#ref=rss German Environment Minister Sigmar Gabriel, 48, discusses the costs of the European Union's new climate protection plan, his party's desire to impose a speed limit on the German autobahn and the need to work together with the Americans. Tue, 29 Jan 2008 17:15:23 +0100 http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/spiegel-interview-with-german-environment-minister-sigmar-gabriel-butting-heads-with-the-americans-doesn-t-do-any-good-a-531852.html German Environment Minister Sigmar Gabriel, 48, discusses the costs of the European Union's new climate protection plan, his party's desire to impose a speed limit on the German autobahn and the need to work together with the Americans.]]> http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/german-environment-minister-takes-on-the-us-time-for-america-to-take-responsibility-a-485683.html#ref=rss One week ahead of the G-8 summit in Heiligendamm, the US is still refusing to agree on concrete emissions reductions goals. Now, the German environment minister has had enough. Wed, 30 May 2007 13:37:49 +0200 http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/german-environment-minister-takes-on-the-us-time-for-america-to-take-responsibility-a-485683.html One week ahead of the G-8 summit in Heiligendamm, the US is still refusing to agree on concrete emissions reductions goals. Now, the German environment minister has had enough.]]> http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/caught-in-the-climate-conundrum-germany-plans-boom-in-coal-fired-power-plants-despite-high-emissions-a-472786.html#ref=rss Everyone in Germany is talking about climate protection -- everyone, that is, except for energy companies. They're planning to build dozens of new coal-fired power plants -- with the support of the governing coalition in Berlin. Wed, 21 Mar 2007 16:48:09 +0100 http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/caught-in-the-climate-conundrum-germany-plans-boom-in-coal-fired-power-plants-despite-high-emissions-a-472786.html Everyone in Germany is talking about climate protection -- everyone, that is, except for energy companies. They're planning to build dozens of new coal-fired power plants -- with the support of the governing coalition in Berlin.]]>