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Panama Papers put German bank in spotlight: report

Cologne's public prosecutor and tax authorities are examining claims, which have come to light via the leaked Panama Papers, alleging that leading German private bank Berenberg helped clients to evade tax, news magazine Der Spiegel reported on Saturday.

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Germany calls for allies in war on tax havens

German Finance Minister Wolfgang Schäuble on Sunday pleaded for countries to work together in the fight against tax cheats and money launderers by sharing national lists naming the beneficiaries of shell companies.

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Germany calls to 'turn up heat' on financial crimes

The German government on Monday said it hoped the revelations from the so-called "Panama Papers" will spur global efforts to combat tax evasion and money laundering.

Crime

German paper unveils biggest leak in history

Dozens of world leaders, politicians, celebrities and sports stars are fidgeting uncomfortably on their chairs after a German newspaper unveiled details of their offshore activities.

Business

Panama 'tax haven' for wealthy Germans

Forget Switzerland; some of Germany's richest families, including Porsche and coffee giant Jacobs, have far-flung businesses registered in oft-forgotten tax haven Panama, it emerged on Wednesday.