Challenges Facing the Traffic Light Coalition

The Traffic Light Coalition is encountering significant hurdles in securing a majority for its proposed security package. With over 40 Green and 30 SPD MPs expressing skepticism, the coalition faces fierce criticism, particularly regarding asylum law regulations.

Despite refining the government draft, resistance remains strong. The parliamentary leadership emphasizes the need for discipline among members.

Additionally, the coalition is grappling with complex negotiations over a pension package, which appears unlikely to be resolved this week. Young FDP representatives advocate for investing pension contributions in the stock market to maintain a pension level of 48%.

However, SPD and Green parties oppose using pension funds for this purpose, complicating discussions. As the Interior Committee convenes to discuss amendments to the security package, the coalition races against time to finalize the measures in both the Bundestag and Bundesrat this week.