Wolfgang Schäuble on Germany and Europe "We Germans Have Reached Agreements with NATO and We Must Adhere to Them" Bundestag President Wolfgang Schäuble is supportive of the EU response to the corona crisis. He would also like to see Germany finally do more for its own security. He discusses those issues and more in this DER SPIEGEL interview. Interview Conducted by Susanne Beyer und Christiane Hoffmann
Interview with Wolfgang Schäuble 'We All Wish Macron Success' In an interview, German Finance Minister Wolfgang Schäuble, a member of Chancellor Merkel's Christian Democrats, says he believes the reform proposals of French president-elect Emmanuel Macron are currently unrealistic. But he also says he wants to see greater investment in Europe. Von Christian Reiermann und Michael Sauga
Neo-Nationalism in the U.S. and UK Germany Prepares for Coming Tax Battle Ahead of the G-20 meeting in Baden-Baden in mid-March, threats from the U.S. and Britain to discard the international tax framework promise to dominate discussion. Germany is already planning countermeasures. Von Christian Reiermann
Germany's Divided Conservatives Merkel Critics Deal a Blow to Chancellor Angela Merkel's Christian Democrats are turning right ahead of her upcoming re-election campaign and they are doing so against the chancellor's wishes. An influential group of senior CDU members is leading the charge, but Merkel's patience, say allies, is "finite." Von Ralf Neukirch und Christian Reiermann
SPIEGEL Interview with Wolfgang Schäuble 'Britain Is a Leading Nation' German Finance Minister Wolfgang Schäuble warns of the dangers of Brexit, talks about the EU's crisis of confidence and considers the English fear of the penalty kick. Von Christiane Hoffmann und Christian Reiermann
'Out Is Out' Schäuble Warns of Single Market Access in Event of Brexit In an interview with SPIEGEL, German Finance Minister Wolfgang Schäuble warns of the consequences if the British vote in favor of Brexit. Even if a slim majority votes against it, he says, the EU cannot continue with "business as usual."
The Isolated Chancellor What Is Driving Angela Merkel? Chancellor Angela Merkel spent a decade amassing political capital. Now, with the refugee crisis showing no signs of abating, she has decided to spend it. With her legacy in the balance, she has finally found an issue to fight for. But why now? Von Markus Feldenkirchen und René Pfister
Quiet Capitulation Merkel Slowly Changes Tune on Refugee Issue After announcing that Germany would not place limits on the number of asylum-seekers it accepts, German Chancellor Angela Merkel is now considering a quota system. The turnaround wasn't her choice. Von Melanie Amann, Horand Knaup, Ralf Neukirch und René Pfister
SPIEGEL Interview with Wolfgang Schäuble 'There Is No German Dominance' Criticism of Germany's role in the recent negotiations over Greece's future has been fierce. SPIEGEL speaks with Finance Minister Wolfgang Schäuble about the government in Athens, his own feelings about a Grexit and his relationship with Chancellor Merkel. Von Klaus Brinkbäumer, Michael Sauga und Christian Reiermann
A Government Divided Schäuble's Push for Grexit Puts Merkel on Defensive German Finance Minister Wolfgang Schäuble had a plan to push Greece out of the euro zone. Chancellor Merkel wasn't sure what to do about it. The result is widespread resentment of Germany and a damaged Franco-German relationship. By SPIEGEL Staff
Griechenlands Ex-Finanzminister Varoufakis macht Schäuble schwere Vorwürfe Deutschland forciere den Grexit, schreibt der ehemalige griechische Finanzminister Varoufakis im "Guardian". Damit wolle Schäuble sein "Modell einer Zuchtmeister-Eurozone" etablieren.
Family Feud The Tortured Relationship between Schäuble and Varoufakis Athens relented in the end. But prior to the compromise deal allowing for an extension of Greece's bailout program, Greek Finance Minister Varoufakis and his German counterpart Schäuble engaged in a bitter battle for supremacy. Von Nikolaus Blome, Christian Reiermann und Alexander Smoltczyk
Merkel's Unintended Creation Could Tsipras' Win Upset Balance of Power in Europe? Greek election victor Alexis Tsipras wants an entirely different Europe from the one envisioned by Angela Merkel. His success is likely to stoke anger over Germany's EU dominance. Leaders in France and Italy are also hoping for an end to austerity. Von SPIEGEL Staff
The Reckoning Kohl Tapes Reveal a Man Full of Anger Helmut Kohl spent over 600 hours speaking with the journalist Heribert Schwan about his life's work. The secret tapes reveal a chancellor resentful of his public image and disdainful of many of those around him, including Angela Merkel. Von René Pfister
Out of Balance? Criticism of Germany Grows as Economy Stalls The latest indicators suggest Germany's once buzzing economy is beginning to stall. The development has created a serious dilemma for Finance Minister Wolfgang Schäuble. Critics say spurring growth is more important than his goal of a balanced budget. Von Horand Knaup und Christian Reiermann
German Finance Minister Schäuble 'Europe Needs More Self-Confidence' What does Eurovision Song Contest winner Conchita Wurst have to do with the Ukraine conflict? More than you might think, explains German Finance Minister Wolfgang Schäuble in a SPIEGEL interview. It demonstrates the EU's greatest strengths. Von Nikolaus Blome und Ralf Neukirch
Coalition Talks SPD May Drop Demand for Finance Ministry Clinching the powerful post of finance minister in coalition talks would be a major coup for the center-left Social Democrats. But they may drop the demand in return for policy concessions -- and due to tactical considerations by SPD leader Sigmar Gabriel.
Preparing to Govern Formal Coalition Talks Kick Off in Berlin Official coalition talks began Wednesday in Berlin between Merkel's conservatives and the center-left Social Democratic Party. Central topics include energy policy and the minimum wage -- as well as Germany's hotly debated European policy.
Architect of Austerity Schäuble's Search for a Way Forward As Germany's Finance Minister, Wolfgang Schäuble is one of Europe's most influential politicians -- and one of its most hated. Many hold his austerity policies responsible for mass poverty and unemployment in the south. How does he know his decisions are right? Von Ullrich Fichtner und Alexander Smoltczyk
Germans Want a 'Mutti' The Secret of Merkel's Success When she took over the Christian Democrats 13 years ago, few thought Angela Merkel would last long. But after her resounding victory on Sunday, it is now clear that she has become so much more than just Germany's political leader. Von Charles Hawley