Söder urges faster action from Germany's struggling coalition government
Bavaria’s Minister-President Markus Söder has called for faster action from Germany’s coalition government. While backing Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s leadership, he admitted that the early results have not yet won over critics. His remarks come amid reports of tensions within the ruling partnership. Söder dismissed claims that Merz is governing too technocratically. He also refused to address rumours of heated clashes between the chancellor and Vice Chancellor Lars Klingbeil. Instead, he urged patience, arguing that the coalition must be given time to tackle its challenges.
The CSU leader warned against coalition paralysis, stressing that delays risk undermining parliamentary democracy. He described speculation about an early government collapse as 'suicide out of fear of death' and insisted the partnership must push through its deadlocks.
Söder pointed to external pressures, including US tariffs and Germany’s second energy crisis in five years. Despite the difficult start, he reaffirmed his commitment to the coalition’s goals but demanded quicker decision-making to address the country’s problems. The minister-president’s comments highlight both support for Merz and frustration with the coalition’s pace. His warnings reflect broader concerns about Germany’s ability to navigate economic and political hurdles. For now, Söder remains focused on accelerating government action rather than abandoning the alliance.
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