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CDU/CSU and SPD Push to Finalize Coalition Deal as AfD Matches Union in Polls

Negotiations enter critical phase with unresolved issues on migration, fiscal policy, and social reforms, while voter dissatisfaction fuels far-right AfD's historic rise.

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Overview

  • The CDU/CSU and SPD are in the final stages of coalition talks, aiming to conclude an agreement by the end of the week despite internal party tensions and public pressure.
  • The far-right AfD has reached a historic polling high of 24%, tying with the CDU/CSU, as dissatisfaction with traditional parties grows.
  • Key sticking points in the negotiations include migration policy, fiscal priorities, and commitments to social reforms, with both parties promising a significant policy shift to regain trust.
  • Internal criticism mounts within the CDU/CSU and SPD, with calls for greater transparency and demands for party member votes on the coalition agreement.
  • AfD Berlin re-elected Kristin Brinker as its leader, adopting a resolution opposing new debt and advocating for 'remigration' policies, reflecting the party's growing influence.