Following the federal elections where the CDU became the largest party, negotiations for a Grand Coalition between centre-right and centre-left parties commenced. Initial talks demonstrated a constructive atmosphere, with both SPD and CDU expressing willingness to work together amidst challenges such as economic downturns. SPD leader Lars Klingbeil described the discussions as confidential and optimistic, while CDU leader Friedrich Merz aims for government formation by Easter. In parallel, local elections in Hamburg saw SPD retain the largest party status despite losses to other parties, prompting Mayor Tschentsched to seek a new coalition with the Greens and discuss other options including the CDU.
The parties communicated that there was an 'open and constructive atmosphere' during talks and expressed a willingness to build a collaborative government commitment.
With a focus on significant issues including the economic downturn, CDU leader Friedrich Merz set an ambitious timeline aiming for a new government formation by Easter.
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