With Germany in Limbo, Coalition Talks Begin

The transcript discusses the political landscape in Germany post-election, focusing on the competition between the Social Democrats (SPD) and Christian Democrats (CDU) to form a government. Christian Lindner, leader of the FDP, is highlighted as a key figure in coalition talks, with his demands for the finance ministry and his party's proposals on emissions and market regulation. The FDP's stance on investment and economic modernization is also discussed, emphasizing the need for market-driven solutions and the potential challenges in forming a coalition with the Greens.

What are the implications of the potential coalition between the SPD and the Greens for German businesses?

What role did Angela Merkel play in the previous coalition talks with Christian Lindner?