Impact of Berlin's new coalition on Baden-Württemberg political landscape explored

In a significant development, a coalition government between the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), the Social Democratic Party (SPD), and the Greens has been formed in Berlin. The agreement, which marks the end of a lengthy negotiation process, has been met with a mix of optimism and criticism from various quarters.

The State Chairman of DGB, Kai Burmeister, sees "more light than shadow" in the coalition agreement. He lists the tariff loyalty law, minimum wage, and the securing of the pension level as positives. However, he critically views the shift away from the eight-hour day in favor of a legal weekly working time.

The Minister President of Baden-Württemberg, Winfried Kretschmann (Greens), has advised the new government: "Quidquid agis, prudenter agas et respice finem" (Whatever you do, do it wisely and consider the end).

Thorsten Frei, former mayor of Donaueschingen, is likely to become Chancellor's Office Minister. The role of SPD leader Saskia Esken in the new government remains undecided. SPD state and faction leader Andreas Stoch emphasizes the speed at which the parties reached an agreement: "A very important signal."

The SPD is expected to take over the environmental portfolio. Oliver Barta, managing director of entrepreneurs in Baden-Württemberg, sees both "light and shadow" in the coalition agreement. He positively evaluates the planned reduction in electricity prices and the suspension of the supply chain law. However, he finds the planned reduction in corporate tax in 2028 to be too late.

The FDP has criticized the alliance, calling it a "debt coalition" and criticizing the creation of an additional ministry. They also express concerns about the energy policy, with the Greens facing criticism for potentially risking another slump in the wind industry in the south.

CDU state leader Manuel Hagel praises the coalition agreement and believes the Union's handwriting is visible. AfD state leader Emil Sänze, on the other hand, sees progress only on the topic of citizens' allowance, describing the coalition agreement as "a collection of empty promises."

Andreas Jung, deputy of the Union faction, may become a minister or State Secretary. Nina Warken, general secretary, could be promoted to State Secretary. The allocation of portfolios has been decided, but specific ministerial positions are not yet clear.

In a warning to the designated chancellor, Friedrich Merz, Minister President Winfried Kretschmann (Greens) advises against making the same mistake on the topic of migration as he did in January. The election of Friedrich Merz as Chancellor is scheduled for May 7.

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As the dust settles on this historic agreement, the focus now shifts to the implementation of the coalition's promises and the challenges that lie ahead.

Impact of Berlin's new coalition on Baden-Württemberg political landscape explored