VOICED : Merkel set for victory grand coalition

The upcoming German election will determine if Angela Merkel remains Chancellor. Her party, the Christian Democrats, is expected to win the largest share of votes, but may need to form a coalition due to a lack of outright majority. The potential coalition with the Social Democrats could lead to policy differences, especially on issues like the national minimum wage. The political climate is stable, with no external crises necessitating a grand coalition. The election campaign has been criticized for lacking substantial issues as parties converge towards the center. Despite these challenges, Merkel is poised to secure another term.

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