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On Wednesday (20 August) the German government passed its first "Digital Agenda 2014-2017" bill, aimed at helping Germany become a worldwide leader in expanding high-speed data lines, internet security and fostering cyber-related entrepreneurship. EurActiv Germany reports.

Chancellor Angela Merkel's cabinet has approved Germany's first "Digital Agenda", including plans to provide nationwide access to fast internet by 2018.

Image: Ministers Alexander Dobrindt, Thomas de Maizière, Sigmar Gabriel (left to right) met in Berlin Wednesday (20 August) to present the German government's new "Digital Agenda". (Kristian Fetz)