SPD and Union Continue Coalition Talks with Key Disagreements on Migration

Negotiations between Germany's SPD and Union parties are expected to extend into the weekend as both sides work through contentious issues like migration policy.

• SPD leader Saskia Esken noted that some negotiators are still in a 'campaign mindset,' complicating progress in coalition discussions.
• The talks, described as constructive, are focusing on major topics such as finances, social policies, and migration.
• Migration policy remains a sticking point, with SPD opposing stricter border controls while the Union insists on tougher measures.
• CSU's Alexander Dobrindt confirmed that the negotiations are likely to continue over the weekend to address unresolved issues.
• Both sides emphasize the importance of building trust and maintaining a cooperative atmosphere to form a stable government.

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