Germany is set to create a new “super-high-technology ministry” focused on research, technology, and aerospace, according to a coalition agreement unveiled this week by the country’s incoming government. The move marks a significant push toward science and innovation, aligning with a broader strategy to strengthen Germany’s global tech leadership.
The 144-page coalition agreement, released on April 9, follows extensive negotiations between the center-right Christian Democrats (CDU), their Bavarian sister party the Christian Social Union (CSU), and the center-left Social Democrats (SPD). Together, the three parties secured a majority in February’s federal elections. The agreement is expected to receive formal approval by early May, clearing the path for CDU leader Friedrich Merz to become the next chancellor.
Among the government’s scientific priorities are ambitious plans to advance artificial intelligence, quantum technologies, biotechnology, microchip development, and fusion energy. “Our goal is that the world’s first fusion reactor should be realized in Germany,” the agreement boldly states.
Other areas flagged as strategically important include personalized medicine, oceanic research, and sustainability-focused studies. While the agreement underscores a clear commitment to innovation, it notably lacks specific budget details—raising questions about how these initiatives will be funded.
Nevertheless, the coalition reaffirmed a previous pledge to boost the budgets of Germany’s leading research organizations by 3% annually through 2030, signaling a long-term investment in scientific growth.
