During a press conference at the Chancellery, Chancellor Merz outlined a comprehensive reform agenda titled “A Program for Growth and Employment,” comprising 34 initiatives. Key proposals include an income tax reform projected to relieve small and medium incomes by approximately ten billion euros, alongside adjustments to the wealth tax and modifications to tax deductions for certain services. Despite previous expectations for more substantial reforms, the coalition’s approach reflects a gradual strategy, emphasizing collaboration and public support for necessary changes.