There it is - the "massive package" that SPD parliamentary group leader Rolf Mützenich has promised. Chancellor Olaf Scholz (SPD) promises the Germans further relief with the third relief package.

According to information from the AFP news agency, the relief package has a volume of 65 billion euros and includes benefits for pensioners, students and normal consumers. For example, students should receive a one-off payment of 200 euros and pensioners a one-off payment of 300 euros.

In addition to Scholz, Finance Minister Lindner and Vice Chancellor Robert Habeck (Greens), several other ministers and the leaders of the three parliamentary groups and parties took part in the negotiations. The coalition partners had raised expectations themselves before the decision was made.

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