Germany's Green Party is threatening to disrupt plans by likely Chancellor Friedrich Merz to invest significantly in defense and infrastructure, amidst ongoing economic stagnation. Merz's proposals include easing borrowing limits for defense and establishing a substantial fund for infrastructure, described as historic. However, without support from the Greens, crucial constitutional changes needed for these initiatives could be blocked by far-right and far-left parties in a newly elected parliament. Green leaders have expressed skepticism about the political motivations behind Merz's funding plans, advocating instead for investments aligned with innovation and environmental sustainability.
"Whoever wants our approval for more investment must also show that it is really about fostering innovation and environmental responsibility, not just tax cuts or political gain."
"The constitutional amendments proposed must genuinely reflect a commitment to sustainable development and not merely serve the immediate interests of the CDU/CSU and SPD."
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