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What to watch for in 2025

The year 2025 will see Donald Trump return to the White House and German voters head to the ballot box. DW takes a look at the year ahead.

President-elect Donald Trump, wearing a red MAGA hat, listens to Elon Musk as he arrives to watch SpaceX's mega rocket Starship lift off — Elon Musk (right) is expected to be influential as Donald Trump starts his second term as US presidentImage: Brandon Bell/Getty Images/AP/picture alliance

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What could global turmoil mean for Africa in 2025?

With Donald Trump's return, political uncertainty in Europe and looming trade wars, 2025 is set to be rocky.

NATO's 2025 challenges: Trump, Ukraine and defense spending

For a successful 2025, NATO needs to strengthen its defenses and navigate the whims of a new Trump presidency.

What to look forward to in the world of sports in 2025

The 2025 calendar provides a weath of sporting events bound to raise the pulse of sports fans the world over. .

Space science and exploration in 2025: What to know

2025 will be an exciting year for space science and exploration. DW explains what's in store.

In 2025, German auto industry faces make-or-break year

German carmakers were in crisis mode last year, amid slow EV sales and weak demand for conventional cars in China.

Germany's Olaf Scholz: 'We can make 2025 a good year'

Chancellor Scholz said the country's fate was in Germans' hands and the way forward was by "standing strong together."

Ukrainians welcome 2025 with mixed feelings

Ukrainians want the war to end, but not everyone agrees on how. DW speaks with residents and former soldiers in Kyiv.

Germany 2025: What political challenges lie ahead?

Germany's domestic policy in 2025 will likely focus on controlling immigration and protecting the rule of law.

Here are the top 5 global economic challenges for 2025

Donald Trump's return hangs over the world economy like nothing else. His protectionist instincts will be felt globally.

Will US President Trump govern according to Project 2025?

Authors and contributors to the right-wing Project 2025 manifesto could become members of Trump's administration.

What to look out for in German football in 2025

The upcoming year looks set to be a big one in German football. Here is what to watch out for in 2025.

German foreign policy: Crisis mode to continue in 2025

Regardless of who leads the next German government, foreign policy issues will remain challenging.

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