Germany’s Snap Elections to Decide Political Future

Feb 23, 2025 Khushi Kumari

Germany votes this Sunday in snap federal elections

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The outcome will shape the EU's largest member state and biggest economy for the next four years

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20% of voters remain undecided. Nearly 60 million Germans are eligible to vote, with many casting ballots via post

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Key Candidates in Germany's Snap Federal Election

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Friedrich Merz – CDU Candidate Merz, from Angela Merkel’s party, leads the race. He promises strong European leadership and defense spending

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Olaf Scholz – Incumbent Chancellor (SPD) Scholz faces a likely defeat, with SPD slipping to third place. Internal conflicts have weakened his coalition

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Robert Habeck (Alliance 90/The Greens): Co-leader of the Greens, focusing on environmental policies and sustainable development

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Christian Lindner (FDP): Leader of the Free Democratic Party, advocating for liberal economic policies

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