CDU/CSU and SPD Agree on Coalition Deal in Germany
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April 9, 2025 12:35
berlin, germany - CDU/CSU and SPD reach coalition agreement in Germany with tax and ministerial position distribution. Trump's trade war influences negotiations. Potential new chancellor Merz. SPD members to vote.
CDU/CSU and SPD Coalition Deal
The German parties CDU/CSU and SPD have finalized a coalition agreement, aiming to address pressing financial and economic issues amid Trump's trade war influence.
Key Points:
- No tax hikes agreed
- Ministerial positions distribution: Finance to SPD, Interior and Foreign Affairs to CDU
- SPD members to vote on the agreement
- Potential new Chancellor Merz
- Previous coalitions formed a strong majority, now a slim majority in the Bundestag