Germany Prepares for 2025 Bundestag Election Amid Tight Polls and Uncertain Coalition Prospects

With polls showing no clear majority, coalition-building challenges and reduced parliamentary seats dominate discussions ahead of Sunday's vote.

The 2025 Bundestag election on February 23 follows a shortened campaign period after the collapse of the previous coalition government.
Current polls place the CDU/CSU as the leading party with 29.5%, followed by the AfD at 21% and SPD at 15%, indicating a fragmented political landscape.
The newly implemented electoral reform reduces the number of parliamentary seats to 630, eliminating overhang and compensation mandates for a leaner Bundestag.
Coalition negotiations are expected to be complex, with potential three-party alliances likely required for a parliamentary majority.
Key election issues include migration policy, economic challenges, and leadership debates, with Chancellor Olaf Scholz seeking re-election despite low SPD polling numbers.