(GermanPolicy.com) – After exploratory talks, CDU-CSU and FDP have highlighted similarities. The FDP praised the fact that there are only “a few cliffs” in terms of positioning. Tasks for the next government are the preservation of prosperity, climate protection as well as digitization, said CDU General Secretary Paul Ziemiak. He concluded that the talks testified to “great personal trust” and that Jamaica coalition offers “many opportunities” for Germany.

FDP General Secretary Volker Wissing emphasized, unlike after the talks with the SPD, but without making a precise comparison, common political positions. Wissing added: “It is a good signal that the parties of the democratic center are speaking openly and constructively.” For the Union parties, CSU General Secretary Markus Blume emphasized: “We want and we can.” Both sides are very close together in essential points.