Germany Unveils €16 Billion Bureaucracy Cut Plan for Business Relief

Germany's 'relief cabinet' initiative promises to slash red tape, with initial savings of €100 million and a long-term goal of reducing bureaucratic costs by 25%.

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2025 November 5 . 1:00 PM

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Government Decides on Measures to Reduce Bureaucracy - Germany Unveils €16 Billion Bureaucracy Cut Plan for Business Relief

The German government has revealed a wide-ranging plan to reduce bureaucracy, aiming to save businesses billions in costs. The Cabinet has adopted eight draft proposals, anticipated to provide at least €100 million in relief. The plan, described as a 'concrete strategy for reducing bureaucracy' and a 'comprehensive relief package' by Digital Minister Karsten Wildberger (CDU), targets savings of around €16 billion, following a previous commitment to decrease bureaucratic costs by 25%.

More than 50 core principles have been agreed upon for further legislative projects, slated to be implemented in the coming months. Key changes include simplifying trade regulations, eliminating unnecessary reporting obligations, and digitizing real estate purchase agreements. These measures are part of the government's 'relief cabinet' initiative, spearheaded by Minister for Digital and Administrative Modernization, Dr. Karsten Wildberger. The government aims to deliver significant savings through these steps, demonstrating a dedication to streamlining processes and reducing the administrative burden on businesses.

The German government's plan to cut bureaucracy is expected to provide substantial relief to businesses, with at least €100 million in savings from the initial eight draft proposals. As more legislative projects are rolled out in the coming months, the government aims to deliver billions in savings, fulfilling its pledge to reduce bureaucratic costs by 25%.