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Following the elections, coalition discussions will begin, a process that can often be protracted as parties negotiate terms. With no single party securing an absolute majority, various coalition configurations will be proposed. Historical precedence suggests a potential return to a black-red coalition (CDU and SPD) which has been observed in previous governmental setups.
The SPD's significant losses raise doubts about whether the CDU would be willing to partner with them. The negotiations could lead to unconventional coalitions, and while a minority government is possible, these are often unstable.