Germany

Society ноябрь 13, 2026

Top AGRO IQ participants to train at agricultural enterprises in Germany

Twelve teams competed in the AGRO IQ: Білім және болашақ quiz. The winning team received the AGRO IQ challenge cup, while top participants will have the opportunity to complete practical training at agricultural enterprises in Germany.

Economy ноябрь 13, 2026

Kazakhstan and Germany agree on livestock cooperation

The Dairy Association of Kazakhstan and German company Masterrind GmbH signed a cooperation memorandum at EuroTier 2026. It aims to develop breeding cattle supplies and improve the productivity of Kazakhstan’s dairy sector.

Finance ноябрь 13, 2026

Accel leads $30M investment in SE3

Accel has led a $30 million Series A for SE3, which builds spatial intelligence software for autonomous systems. The company is initially focused on European defense.

Culture ноябрь 13, 2026

Kazakh films screened in Berlin

Two feature films were screened in Berlin as part of Kazakh Cinema Days. The audience included local residents, students, German filmmakers and members of the Kazakh diaspora.

Politics ноябрь 12, 2026

Kazakhstan and Germany discuss partnership

Kazakhstan and Germany held another round of political consultations in Astana. They discussed expanding cooperation and implementing a roadmap for 2026–2028.

Incidents ноябрь 11, 2026

Germany seizes €30,000 in cash

German customs found €30,560 during a vehicle check near Hückelhoven. Officers temporarily seized €30,000 and opened administrative proceedings over the incorrect declaration of cash.

Society ноябрь 11, 2026

German team begins medical mission in Bamiyan

Nine medical professionals from Germany have arrived in Kabul for a two-week mission at Bamiyan Provincial Hospital. They expect to assess around 200 patients and select 100 to 150 for surgery.

Defense ноябрь 11, 2026

Germany debates military reserve bill

The German Bundestag’s Defence Committee discussed a government bill to strengthen the military reserve. Most of the six invited experts supported the plan, while one raised serious constitutional concerns about compulsory service.

Incidents ноябрь 10, 2026

12 sites inspected in Leipzig

Germany’s customs service inspected 12 sites in Leipzig as part of an operation targeting illegal work and suspected clan crime. Authorities reported violations involving drugs, weapons and immigration rules.

Society ноябрь 9, 2026

Eight-year-old undergoes brain surgery in Almaty

Kazakh neurosurgeons and a leading specialist from Germany removed a brain hamartoma from an eight-year-old patient. The operation took place as part of an international practical master class.

Politics ноябрь 8, 2026

Berdymukhamedov speaks with Steinmeier

Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, chairman of Turkmenistan’s Halk Maslahaty, spoke by phone with German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier. They discussed bilateral trade, industry and cooperation on renewable energy.

Incidents ноябрь 8, 2026

4.7 tonnes of untaxed coffee seized

German customs investigators seized nearly 4.7 tonnes of coffee on which taxes had not been paid at a warehouse in Frankfurt. They also searched eight residential and business premises.

Politics ноябрь 8, 2026

Iran responds to German minister

A spokesperson for Iran’s Foreign Ministry responded to a post by Germany’s foreign minister on X. The original announcement does not give details of the response.

Incidents ноябрь 8, 2026

Germany seizes 30 kg of amphetamine

Customs officers found about 30 kilograms of amphetamine hidden in a suitcase’s false bottom during a check on the A28 near Delmenhorst. A 21-year-old Spanish national was detained and remanded in custody.

Economy ноябрь 7, 2026

South African exporters target European buyers

South Africa’s trade department and Germany’s Import Promotion Desk signed an MoU to help South African exporters reach European buyers. Plans include trade missions, business meetings and training on European market requirements.

Oil and Gas ноябрь 7, 2026

EEX power trading rises 19%

EEX Group said power trading volumes rose 19% year on year to 1,464.2 TWh in October. Natural gas trading increased 2% to 725.3 TWh.

Culture ноябрь 7, 2026

‘The Remarried Empress’ Sets Streaming Record

‘The Remarried Empress’ became the most-viewed local original premiere ever across Disney+ and Hulu globally. Disney also said it had the biggest Korean title launch to date in more than 50 markets.

Defense ноябрь 6, 2026

Rheinmetall cuts 2026 forecast

Rheinmetall reported sales of €8.376 billion for the first nine months of 2026, up 38% year on year. Delays to a project for Germany’s armed forces and ammunition acceptance tests prompted it to lower its full-year forecast.

Economy ноябрь 5, 2026

Kazakhstan and Germany discuss carbon farming

Officials from Kazakhstan and Germany discussed carbon farming, soil conservation and sustainable land management. Both sides expressed interest in continuing their cooperation.

Culture ноябрь 5, 2026

WMG acquires Zebralution Music

Warner Music Group has acquired Zebralution Music GmbH, a distributor for independent labels in Germany and across Europe. Its existing leadership will stay in place.