Record 332,500 Naturalizations in 2025
2024 reforms reduced residency requirements to 5 years and allowed dual citizenship.
Syrians accounted for 65,600 new citizens, followed by Turks (34,100) and Russians (19,700).
12,000 individuals regained citizenship via restitution laws restoring Nazi-stripped rights.
OECD lowered Germany's 2026 growth forecast to 0.7% due to inflation and Iran conflict.
Anita Wölfl warned US tariffs on cars and parts threaten German automotive sentiment.
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