(GermanPolicy.com) – The Union parties’ candidate for Federal Chancellor, Armin Laschet (CDU), has warned of a shift to the left. The Federal Election in September is a directional decision. Laschet called on the SPD to opt against a coalition with the Left Party. Laschet spoke out in favor of a business-friendly policy, shaping climate policy and strengthening foreign and security policy. This is also necessary in view of the events in Afghanistan.