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November 7, 2024

German Coalition Government Collapses After Olaf Scholz Fires Finance Minister
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Germany's governing coalition collapsed Wednesday after Chancellor Olaf
Scholz fired his finance minister following failed talks between the
three ruling parties. Scholz said he will remain in office but called
for a confidence vote on January 15, which could lead to fresh elections
by the end of March.

Chancellor Olaf Scholz: "I will now very quickly seek a conversation
with the opposition leader, Friedrich Merz. I would like to offer him to
work constructively together on two issues, or more, which are important
for our country: the quick strengthening of our economy and our defense.
Our economy can't wait until a snap election takes place."



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