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Scholz loses no-confidence vote against his government, triggering early elections


Published on 2024-12-16 12:00:58 - MSN
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  • The result paves the way for snap elections to be held on 23 February, with polls indicating Germany could be heading for a right-wing shift in power. View on euronews

The article discusses a significant political event in Germany where Chancellor Olaf Scholz faced a no-confidence vote initiated by the opposition, primarily the CDU/CSU bloc, due to dissatisfaction with his government's handling of various issues including economic policy, energy crisis, and the response to the Ukraine conflict. The vote was intended to trigger early elections, reflecting the opposition's belief that Scholz's coalition government, consisting of the SPD, Greens, and FDP, has lost the trust of the public. Despite the vote, Scholz's government survived the no-confidence motion, but the event has highlighted the fragility of his coalition and raised questions about its future stability. The opposition's move was also seen as a strategic play to capitalize on the current political climate and public discontent, potentially reshaping the political landscape ahead of any upcoming elections.

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