The coalition agreement stands - what next?

With the agreement on a coalition agreement, a big step has been taken towards a new government. However, further hurdles have to be removed until the chancellor's election. What is the timetable? An overview.

On the way to a new government, Germany is a decisive step further.

Union and SPD presented their coalition agreement. Prime Minister Anke Rehlinger speaks of a "good basis for an economically strong future", SPD leader Ulrich Commerçon sees "a lot of good for Saarland".

With the conclusion of the coalition negotiations, the new government is far from in office. Until then, there are still a few steps to be taken that differ from one partner to another.