Hamburg SPD Nears Coalition Decision After Second Round of Talks

The SPD is evaluating potential coalitions with the Greens or CDU, with a decision on formal negotiations expected by the end of the week.

The SPD concluded a second round of exploratory talks with the Greens, described as constructive and solution-oriented by both parties.
The CDU remains optimistic about forming a coalition, with discussions continuing later today.
Hamburg's First Mayor Peter Tschentscher has previously expressed a preference for continuing the SPD-Green coalition, calling the CDU a 'second choice.'
The SPD's state executive board is expected to decide on formal coalition negotiations by Thursday or Friday.
Official election results confirm the SPD holds 45 seats, the CDU 26, and the Greens 25 in Hamburg's Bürgerschaft.