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Coalition negotiations commenced in Berlin among Germany's CDU, CSU, and SPD parties, comprising 256 delegates in 16 working groups. The discussions will center around significant policy reforms, including tax relief and adjustments to immigration laws. Meanwhile, the Munich immigration office faces a corruption scandal, with arrests made for bribery related to residency permits. The coalition strives to uphold previous citizenship reforms despite ongoing issues, indicating a complex political landscape as the parties aim to solidify their government program in the coming weeks.
The coalition negotiations will be held at the Konrad Adenauer House, where strict conduct rules will apply, including a ban on selfies, ensuring a focused discussion.
Politicians from CDU, CSU, and SPD will form 16 working groups to discuss policy plans for a potential black-red government, promising reforms in various sectors.
The bribery scandal at the Munich immigration office has led to the arrest of four employees accused of corruption, undermining public trust in immigration processes.
The CDU/CSU and SPD have agreed on a framework that includes significant tax reforms and protections for new citizens, maintaining prior agreements on citizenship reform.
Read at The Local Germany
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