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Mehr Risikokapital, mehr Rüstung – Reiches Start-up-Plan

Jul 22, 2026 · 18m

Summary

This episode covers Economics Minister Katharina Reiche’s new startup strategy, focusing on mobilizing private venture capital and supporting defense tech firms. Host Rixa Führsen discusses the plan’s details with Larissa Kögel and SPD’s Daniel Bettermann. The show also features Hans von der Burchardt on Foreign Minister Wadephul’s Africa tour, highlighting economic ties and geopolitical challenges in Nigeria and Mauritania.

Topics discussed

Intro: Startup strategy, AI, and Foreign Minister's Africa trip Record startup growth in Germany and upcoming government strategy Details of the startup strategy: Funding, labor laws, and defense tech Interview with Daniel Bettermann on the startup strategy and 24h founding Foreign Minister Wadephul's trip to Nigeria: Economy, China, and security Birthday wishes for Thomas Erndl and closing remarks
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