Greens and CDU quietly explore a black-green alliance in Germany
Green Party politicians are exploring closer ties with the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) at both state and national levels. Recent informal meetings in Berlin suggest growing interest in a potential black-green alliance. Some believe such a partnership could push through reforms that the current coalition has struggled to deliver. Around two dozen Bundestag lawmakers from the Union and the Greens gathered for private talks at an Italian restaurant in Berlin’s Moabit district. The group, nicknamed the 'Pizza Connection,' discussed possible cooperation on key policies. Since then, a second informal network of younger MPs has also formed to strengthen cross-party dialogue.
Katharina Dröge, a senior Green politician, highlighted successful collaboration between the Greens and CDU in North Rhine-Westphalia. She sees state-level coalitions as a model for a future national alliance. Dröge has also been building relationships with conservative figures, including Federal Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt (CSU). Other Green leaders share similar views. Aminata Touré argued that a partnership with the Union could achieve reforms that Berlin’s current coalition has failed to implement. Danyal Bayaz added that joint efforts on social policy could reinforce the political centre, benefiting both sides.
The discussions signal a shift in dynamics between the Greens and the CDU. If cooperation deepens, it could reshape policy outcomes in areas where previous coalitions have stalled. For now, informal meetings continue as both sides assess the potential for a formal alliance.
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