Germany: Traditional Political Stability In The Balance

Dr Frederick Kleim, Managing Director, Episteme Consultants

11-Nov-24 08:45

Germany: Traditional Political Stability In The Balance

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Germany’s governing coalition has collapsed after Chancellor Olaf Scholz sacked his finance minister, following disagreements over the country’s weak economy. To address the crisis, Scholz has called for a confidence vote on Jan 15 and if he fails to secure support, Germany could face elections as early as March. Dr Frederick Kliem, Managing Director of Episteme Consultants, shares his views.

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Categories: government, international, politics

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