Core Points - Google announced a €5.5 billion investment in Germany over the next four years, marking its largest investment plan in the country to date [2] - The investment will primarily focus on building a new data center in Ditzingen, expanding an existing data center in Hanau, and enhancing cloud infrastructure [2] - The investment is expected to secure approximately 9,000 jobs in Germany by 2029 [2] Investment Details - The investment will be implemented between 2026 and 2029 [2] - Google plans to expand its offices in Munich, Frankfurt, and Berlin as part of this investment [2] Government Response - German Vice Chancellor and Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil described the plan as a forward-looking investment in innovation, artificial intelligence, climate neutrality, and future employment in Germany [2] - The German Digital Minister emphasized the goal of making Germany a leading data center hub in Europe, highlighting the country's strong appeal in the digital infrastructure sector [2] Company Background - Google has been operating in Germany since 2001 and currently has four office locations, employing over 2,500 staff [2]