Tens of Thousands Rally Across Germany for Industrial Investment and Job Security

IG Metall leads nationwide protests demanding stronger industry support, fair wages, and sustainable development amid economic concerns.

Over 77,000 people participated in IG Metall's largest public action in decades, with demonstrations held in cities like Leipzig, Stuttgart, and Frankfurt.
The protests called for a €500 billion public investment fund to modernize infrastructure, secure jobs, and drive innovation in the German industrial sector.
Union leaders emphasized the need for fair wages through collective bargaining, reduced energy costs, and support for green technologies to counter deindustrialization fears.
Concerns were raised about job losses in the automotive and manufacturing industries, with calls for a shift to sustainable practices and protection from global competition.
Critics, including industry representatives, argued for reduced taxes and bureaucracy rather than union-driven policies, warning that current strategies might deter private investment.