Keywords: Coalition government


German conservatives nominate Merz ally Thorsten Frei to lead parliamentary bloc

Germany's governing conservative alliance has moved quickly to reshape its parliamentary leadership, nominating Thorsten Frei, a trusted adviser to Chancellor Friedrich Merz, to head its parliamentary group following the unexpected resignation of senior party figure Jens Spahn. The decision signals......

German coalition unveils reform package featuring €10 billion tax relief and pension changes

Germany's ruling coalition has announced a broad package of economic and social reforms aimed at boosting growth, easing pressure on households and addressing housing shortages, as Chancellor Friedrich Merz faces mounting political challenges. The measures include €10 billion ($11 billion)......

South Africa reshuffles cabinet as president Ramaphosa reassigns Democratic Alliance ministers

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced a cabinet reshuffle that includes the demotion of former Democratic Alliance (DA) leader John Steenhuisen, reflecting changes requested by the party’s new leadership within the country’s coalition government. The changes, unveiled late......

Lithuania’s new coalition government seeks long-term U.S. military presence

Lithuania’s incoming coalition government has announced plans to strengthen its long-term defense cooperation with the United States by seeking a sustained American military presence on its territory, according to a recently signed government agreement. The Baltic nation, which shares borders......

Germany announces upcoming reform agenda as Chancellor Merz signals policy acceleration

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has announced that his government will introduce a series of new reform proposals in the coming months as part of efforts to address long-standing structural challenges in the country’s economy and public administration. Speaking in the Bundestag in Berlin, Merz......

Kurti seeks political cooperation after election victory in Kosovo

Kosovo's Prime Minister Albin Kurti has called on rival political parties to cooperate following his party's victory in the latest parliamentary election, as the country continues to face a prolonged period of political uncertainty. Kurti's political movement emerged as the largest force......

Lithuania's Social Democrats move to reshape coalition after removing junior partner

Lithuania's ruling Social Democratic Party has decided to remove its junior coalition partner, Nemunas Dawn, from the governing alliance, marking a significant development in the country's political landscape. The decision was announced after party leaders concluded that continued cooperation......

Frederiksen secures third term with new Danish coalition

Danish Social Democratic leader Mette Frederiksen secured a third consecutive term as prime minister after reaching an agreement to form a new center left coalition government, ending more than two months of political uncertainty following the snap election held on March 24. The new minority administration......