After the election, Merz showed willingness to amend budget rules for defense funding but quickly retreated due to intra-party dissent. External pressures, notably from U.S. politics, have prompted European leaders to consider defense enhancements, including an 800-billion-euro plan from the European Commission. Although the SPD is not against tightening asylum rules, Merz's hardline campaign rhetoric has added complications. The possibility of passing substantial spending legislation before the new parliament convenes illustrates urgency in coalition negotiations driven by both internal and external factors.
Merz’s statements about increasing the special fund and budget rules contradicted his hardliner campaign position, complicating negotiations between SPD and Union.
The outgoing Bundestag may try to pass a significant spending bill before the new parliament is formed, showing urgency influenced by external factors.
Despite initial hardliner stances on migration, the SPD is open to negotiation on asylum rules, though Merz's prior commitments add complexity to discussions.
The European Commission's proposed 800-billion-euro defense plan reflects a unified response from Europe to enhance its defense capabilities in light of recent global events.
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