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The Intelligence: is Germany al[t]right?
Jan 23, 2024
Duncan Weldon, Britain’s economics correspondent for The Economist, dives deep into Germany's political turbulence, exploring how the rise of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has intensified anti-immigrant rhetoric and led to mass protests. He also discusses Japan's efforts to reinsert women into the labor market and examines the UK's shift away from coins like the penny, highlighting the socio-economic changes driving this trend. Weldon ties these topics together, revealing how currency and politics intertwine in today's complex landscape.
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- Germany witnessed a massive protest against growing anti-immigrant sentiment associated with the Alternative for Germany party (AfD).
- Japan is making efforts to address societal barriers for women in the workforce, but challenges like balancing work and childcare responsibilities remain.
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Growing Anti-Immigrant Sentiment in Germany Sparks Massive Protests
Germany witnessed one of its largest mass demonstrations in recent years, with an estimated 250,000 people taking to the streets to protest against the country's growing anti-immigrant sentiment associated with the right-wing Alternative for Germany party (AfD). The protests were triggered by reports of a secretive meeting held by hard-right politicians in November, discussing the expulsion of millions of immigrants. The demonstrations highlighted widespread concerns about the country's drift towards the far right and rising anti-immigrant sentiment.
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