Merkel's Governing Coalition Hangs in the Balance

What is the European Central Bank urging governments to do?

• Increase taxes

• Reduce spending

• Take action

• Ignore economic issues

What is the potential consequence of the SPD choosing a new leader?

• Strengthening the coalition

• Potential disaster for the coalition

• Improved relations with the CDU

• Increased government spending

What might the SPD demand to stay in the government?

• More seats in parliament

• Strict conditions

• A new election

• Increased funding for projects

What has the CDU stated regarding negotiations with the SPD?

• They want to dissolve the coalition

• They plan to introduce new policies

• They are open to renegotiation

• They will not give any more concessions

What is one of the achievements mentioned by the finance minister?

• Higher unemployment

• New trade agreements

• Balanced budget

• Increased taxes