Berlin narrowly misses 50% target for women in leadership roles

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2026-06-29

Berlin (dpa) - The German federal government has narrowly missed its legally mandated target of 50% women in leadership positions in public service by the deadline of December 31, 2025, with the share standing at 47%, the German Family Ministry said on Monday. "The 47% is a clear sign of progress towards equality," said Federal Family and Women's Minister Karin Prien. "But our commitment has no expiry date. The goal remains equal participation by......

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