The conservative faction of the SPD (Social Democratic Party) is advocating for increased support for startups across Germany, according to reports from Focus.
Three economists from the district of Seeheim-Parsa Marvi, Daniel Bettermann, and Philipp Rottwilm-have put forward several specific policy recommendations. They propose the creation of a national AI council and the establishment of innovation zones modeled after Japan’s system. Furthermore, they suggest that a portion of the planned “Federal Pension Fund,” which is intended for private retirement savings and capital annuities, should be invested in European venture capital funds, high-growth companies, and public listings.
Philipp Rottwilm stated to Focus that this approach would “connect better retirement planning with more growth in Germany and technological sovereignty.” Daniel Bettermann added that founders require more than just support programs; they need a government that can act quickly and deliberately demand innovations.
SPD Bundestag member Parsa Marvi highlighted the robust rate of new startup creations observed in Germany during the first half of 2026, describing it as an “excellent development” that proves Germany’s status as an innovation hub. However, Marvi noted that the next necessary step is to transition this founding boom into a sustained growth boom.
