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German Security Package Faces Hurdles

Germany's security package faces challenges after the Bundesrat blocked the biometric data component, while the government seeks approval for the remaining aspects before the next elections.

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What happened to the security package passed by the Bundestag?: The Bundestag passed a security package, but the Bundesrat blocked the part allowing authorities to compare biometric data online. The federal government hopes to find a majority for the remaining parts before the next election.
What is the stance of the opposition regarding the security measures?: Brandenburg's Interior Minister Michael Stübgen, who currently chairs the Conference of Interior Ministers, criticizes the insufficient nature of the biometric data legislation. He believes the government should utilize the mediation committee to amend the bill to secure a majority.
What are the stipulations of the automated data matching aspect of the bill?: The proposed law would allow automated facial and voice recognition only with court approval from the BKA president. In emergencies, the BKA president or a vice could authorize it for up to three days. Union politicians are advocating for broader authority for security agencies.
What is the role and significance of the GTAZ in Germany's security efforts?: The Gemeinsames Terrorismusabwehrzentrum (GTAZ) has played a significant role in preventing 24 Islamist terrorist attacks in the last 20 years, according to Interior Minister Faeser. The GTAZ holds approximately 500 meetings annually to discuss security threats, undercover investigations, and the deportation of individuals deemed dangerous.
What is the Interior Minister's position on the future of the security package?: Interior Minister Nancy Faeser is confident that some key parts of the security package, including automated data matching for investigators, will pass before the election. She believes the Bundestag will approve these measures, despite the Bundesrat's rejection of the biometric data section.

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