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CSU Approves Coalition Agreement as CDU and SPD Advance Internal Votes

The finalized coalition deal sets a May 5 signing date and positions Friedrich Merz for election as Chancellor on May 6.

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Overview

  • The CSU has unanimously approved the coalition agreement, marking the first formal endorsement among the three parties involved.
  • Both the CDU and SPD are progressing with internal approval processes, with the CDU set to vote on April 28 and the SPD conducting a membership survey concluding on April 29.
  • The coalition agreement outlines key policy reforms, including maintaining the current pension level of 48% until 2031 and introducing economic measures under a financing reservation.
  • Ministerial roles have been allocated, with the CDU reclaiming the Foreign Ministry, the SPD securing Finance and Defense, and the CSU overseeing Interior and Agriculture.
  • The coalition plans to formally sign the agreement on May 5, with Friedrich Merz expected to be elected Chancellor the following day.