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Debate on Fuel Prices: Rich People Want to Reduce VAT on Fuel

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In the face of high fuel prices, the policy has promised relief - but it is unclear what this might look like. According to the head of the Union's political group Frei, the Minister for Economic Affairs Reiche is now also in favour of a temporary reduction in VAT.

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The Minister for Economic Affairs wants to relieve the tax burden on the fuel, while further aid is possible for companies, while she does not consider the proposals of the coalition partner.

·Düsseldorf, Germany
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In the face of high fuel prices, the policy has promised relief - but it is unclear what this might look like. According to the head of the Union's political group Frei, the Minister for Economic Affairs Reiche is now also in favour of a temporary reduction in VAT.

·Hamburg, Germany
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According to the head of the Union's political group Frei, Federal Minister Reiche is also in favour of reducing VAT on petrol and diesel. However, there are companies that miss such a measure.

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Federal Minister for Economic Affairs Katherina Reiche proposes temporarily to reduce VAT on fuels from 19 percent to 7 percent in order to relieve drivers.

·Berlin, Germany
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The discussion on possible measures against high fuel prices is gaining momentum. Minister Reiche is in favour of a reduction in VAT on fuels.

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FOCUS online broke the news in Berlin, Germany on Wednesday, September 16, 2026.
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