SPD: Köpping and Panter to take over ministries
The SPD has named its ministerial candidates - but everything depends on the members' vote. Whether Saxony gets a new government will be decided in mid-December.
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SPD executive committee recommends acceptance of the coalition agreement
The coalition agreement between the CDU and SPD has been finalized. The SPD is now putting it to a vote of its members. The decision should be made two days before the possible date for the prime ministerial election.
Günther: BSW demands make the hairs on the back of my neck stand on end
In Saxony and Thuringia, the CDU is negotiating a possible coalition with the BSW, among others. Schleswig-Holstein's Minister President has a stomach ache - and an alternative in mind.
Exploratory talks for blackberry coalition concluded
After several introductory talks, the CDU, SPD and BSW come together for exploratory talks. However, Minister President Kretschmer is unsure whether a government will be formed.
Exploratory talks for blackberry coalition begin in state parliament
After several introductory talks, the CDU, SPD and BSW will meet on Tuesday for exploratory talks. They are thus taking the next step towards a possible joint coalition.
Security package of the traffic light coalition rejected: Saxony criticizes inadequacy
The coalition government wanted to grant the security authorities more powers to compare biometric data. However, the Bundesrat stopped the law for the time being - Saxony did not want to support it either.
Prime ministers call for diplomatic engagement to end the Russian war in Ukraine
In Saxony, Thuringia and Brandenburg, the CDU and SPD respectively need the BSW to form a government. However, Wagenknecht's alliance sets foreign policy conditions. Will the leaders accept them?
Blackberry season in the east
Blackberries are currently on everyone's lips - at least in the political arena in some federal states. But what does it actually mean and where does the term come from?
Blackberry season in the east
Blackberries are currently on everyone's lips - at least in the political arena in some federal states. But what does it actually mean and where does the term come from?
Contradictory signals from the CDU to the Sahra Wagenknecht alliance
The CDU/CSU is finding it difficult to deal with the Sahra Wagenknecht alliance. The BSW receives different signals from Berlin, Dresden and Erfurt.
Saxon coalition loses majority in state parliament
The preliminary result confirms the projections: The previous coalition in Dresden no longer has a majority.
AfD leader criticizes traffic light coalition and CDU/CSU ahead of state elections
The AfD in Saxony is confident of victory just a few days before the state elections. In the state capital, party leader Weidel announces a "blue miracle".
Sahra Wagenknecht wants to get involved in coalition negotiations
In Thuringia and Saxony, the Sahra Wagenknecht alliance can hope to participate in government. But the party founder is already driving up the price - and reinforcing doubts.
Co-Chair of BSW: US missiles in Germany are a red line
According to its co-leader, the Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance does not want to be part of any government that tolerates the deployment of US medium-range weapons. There is also a clear statement in the direction of the AfD.
AfD and BSW as kingmakers in Saxony or The Left after all?
Analysis of possible coalitions after the state election in Saxony 2024 and the chances for democratic parties to form stable governments.
Sahra Wagenknecht sets conditions for possible coalition in East Germany
A possible coalition between the Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW) and the CDU or other parties at state level is made dependent on the stance on the war in Ukraine.
Saxony's Minister President calls for a solution to the refugee issue
Saxony's Minister President Michael Kretschmer demands a solution to the refugee issue from the federal government and speaks out in favor of a 'breathing upper limit' for migration. He draws a positive balance of his government's work and warns against hate crime and extremism.
Alliance Sahra Wagenknecht rejects accusations of extremism
The Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW) in Saxony is defending itself against accusations of extremism from CDU federal leader Friedrich Merz and criticizing his tactics.
BSW in Saxony rejects accusations of extremism by CDU federal leader Merz
The Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW) counters CDU accusations in Saxony. Merz describes Wagenknecht as far-left and far-right.
Kretschmer warns CDU against further coalitions with the Greens
Saxony's Minister President Michael Kretschmer is urgently warning his party against entering into further coalitions with the Greens, both at state and federal level.
Kretschmer warns CDU against further coalitions with the Greens
Saxony's Minister President Michael Kretschmer warns the CDU against further coalitions with the Greens at state and federal level.
CDU does not aim to continue the coalition with the Greens in Saxony
The CDU in Saxony is not seeking to continue the coalition with the Greens, as tensions have increased and a stable two-party alliance is preferred.
Traffic light parliamentary groups negotiate state support for solar industry
SPD, Greens and FDP wrestle over state support for domestic solar industry. FDP rejects aid, Greens push for adoption.
Saxon state parliament discusses legalization of cannabis again
The Saxon state parliament is once again debating the legalization of cannabis, a controversial topic within the coalition. Other topics include democracy, freedom and legislative projects.
Greens insist on agricultural structure law in Saxony coalition
The Greens are campaigning for the jointly agreed agricultural structure law in the Saxony coalition and want to put it to a vote in the state parliament in May.
CDU parliamentary group blocks agricultural structure law in Saxony
The CDU parliamentary group in the Saxon state parliament rejects the planned agricultural structure law and is thus blocking a project of its Green coalition partner.
Focus on political stability in Germany in East German elections
The upcoming elections in the eastern German states in the fall will focus on political stability throughout Germany.
Bavaria examines lawsuit against cannabis law before Bundestag decision
Bavaria critical of Bundestag's decision to legalize cannabis. Health Minister Gerlach examines legal steps. Federal Council makes final decision on March 22.
SPD top candidate Köpping calls for better communication from Chancellor Scholz
Saxony's SPD top candidate Petra Köpping criticizes the lack of communication in the traffic light coalition and calls for more commitment from Chancellor Olaf Scholz.
CDU parliamentary group accuses Greens of blocking introduction of payment card for refugees
The CDU parliamentary group in the Saxon state parliament accuses the Greens at federal level of torpedoing a nationwide solution for the introduction of a payment card for refugees. This would lead to an aberration in migration policy and endanger social peace.
Habeck considers agreement on EU supply chain law possible
Federal Economics Minister Robert Habeck (Greens) is optimistic that an agreement can still be reached in the coalition dispute over the EU Supply Chain Act.
Lack of willingness to engage in dialog: Kretschmer accuses federal government of dealing with farmers' protests
Saxony's Minister President Michael Kretschmer criticizes the federal government for its lack of willingness to engage in dialogue in dealing with the farmers' protests. Kretschmer is calling for more explanations from the coalition government in Berlin. The government's measures are inadequate.
Farmers block highways in Saxony in protest against agricultural subsidy cuts
Farmers in Saxony plan to block highway entrances with tractors in protest against planned cuts to agricultural subsidies, while protests are also planned in other federal states.
CDU and state farmers' association criticize policy of the traffic light coalition in the federal government
The CDU leadership in Saxony is harshly critical of the policies of the traffic light coalition in the federal government. Minister President Michael Kretschmer emphasizes the need to focus on growth and supports the demands of farmers.
Günther: Clarity after agreement on budget
Following the agreement reached by the traffic light coalition on the budget, Saxony's deputy head of government Wolfram Günther (Greens) is now demanding clarity on the impact on the state. "Now there must be clear statements on what the budget agreement means for specific projects, i.e. for the TS ..
Traffic light maintains billions in subsidies for chip factories in eastern Germany
The Ampel government will continue to provide billions in subsidies for Intel and TSMC chip factories in eastern Germany.
Saxon state government inefficient according to Deputy Prime Minister
Deputy Prime Minister Wolfram Günther (Greens) criticizes the inefficient work of the Saxon state government, especially the CDU.
CSU and Free Voters close to signing coalition agreement
The CSU and the Free Voters are about to sign their next coalition agreement, just two weeks after negotiations began.