Germany's centre-right Christian Democratic Union (CDU), the Bavarian CSU, and the centre-left Social Democrats (SPD) have formalized a coalition agreement, enabling Friedrich Merz to become the next chancellor. The signing took place at Berlin's Gasometer and follows careful approval of a comprehensive 144-page deal by all parties involved. With a slim majority in the Bundestag, the new coalition aims to prioritize economic growth, increase defense expenditure, modernize infrastructure, and adopt a stronger position on migration policies.
Germany's centre-right CDU and centre-left SPD have officially signed a coalition agreement, allowing Friedrich Merz to become the new chancellor amidst economic and migration challenges.
The coalition, with a slim majority in the Bundestag, pledges to enhance defense spending, focus on economic growth, and modernize infrastructure, addressing key national issues.
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