CDU/CSU parliamentary group: Political shift has begun

Berlin – Germany's CDU/CSU parliamentary group has announced the beginning of a political shift with the new government coalition's inauguration. Group leader Jens Spahn stated that the coalition, comprising the CDU/CSU and SPD, is committed to fulfilling its promises and acting as a stabilizing factor in an uncertain global landscape.

Spahn commented on new Chancellor Friedrich Merz's government declaration, highlighting Merz's initial foreign policy initiatives, including trips to Paris, Warsaw, Brussels, and Kyiv. These actions aimed to strengthen European unity and Germany's leadership role. Spahn expressed confidence that the new government would successfully address the nation's key challenges, such as migration, economic slowdown, and fiscal issues.

The group leader emphasized that the coalition's goal is to regain public trust through hard work and effective policies. He acknowledged that the relationship with the SPD might not be passionate but described it as a pragmatic working coalition prioritizing the country's welfare. "We want and we will surprise positively," Spahn pledged, indicating the government's aim to demonstrate that politics can indeed make a difference.

Additionally, CSU group leader Alexander Hoffmann supported the statement, characterizing the Chancellor's start as decisive. The CDU/CSU group has stressed the necessity of re-establishing Germany's leadership in Europe and restoring economic confidence. The statement also noted the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Germany and Israel as a symbol of reconciliation and cooperation.