German In-Minister Jan Redmann has announced plans to make the national flag fly dauerhaft at government buildings and four other facilities, sparking controversy from the Jusos and AfD parties.[7870315][7954811] The move is seen as a significant shift in the use of national symbols in Germany, with Redmann citing the need to assert the country's identity.[7870315] Critics from the Jusos and AfD parties have expressed their opposition to the plan, arguing that it undermines the rule of law.[7870315][7954811] Redmann's office has stated that the decision is aimed at promoting national unity and pride.[7870315]