Germany's CDU and SPD Finalize Coalition Deal, Clearing Path for Friedrich Merz as Chancellor
- Germany's CSU approved a coalition deal with CDU and SPD, enabling Friedrich Merz to form a government by early May.
- Friedrich Merz of the CDU is expected to become chancellor, replacing Olaf Scholz.
- Approval of the coalition deal by the SPD and CDU is necessary before Merz can officially take office.
- The coalition plans increased defense spending and reforms on borrowing rules to counter economic stagnation.
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"Back On Track": Friedrich Merz Seals Coalition Deal To Lead Germany
Germany's next leader, the conservative Friedrich Merz, vowed Wednesday to "move the country forward again" by boosting the economy and defence as he presented a deal to launch his coalition government by early next month. Merz is set to take over as leader of Europe's top economy just as US President Donald Trump has sparked global trade turmoil and raised deep fears about future transatlantic security ties. Asked at a press conference if he ha…
Friedrich Merz, the new German Chancellor, presents his coalition agreement: illegal immigration, taxes, "bureaucracy"
The 146-page text was negotiated in camera between the Christian Democrats and the Social Democrats. In addition to the Chancery, the CDU-CSU will occupy the Ministry of Economy, Foreign Affairs, Education and Health. The SPD inherits the finances.
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