Germany National Election 2025

Germany is holding a pivotal national election on Sunday, February 23, 2025, to elect a new Germany — Bundestag. This election will determine the country's political direction for the next four years and significantly influence the European Union's landscape. The outcome is critical for Germany's continued support to Ukraine as the second-largest weapons supplier after the United States, and for shaping Europe's relationship with the new United States administration. Incumbent Chancellor Olaf Scholz of the Austria — Social Democratic Party of Austria is challenged by Friedrich Merz of the Germany — Christian Democratic Union of Germany, who is currently favored in polls. Other key candidates include Robert Habeck of Germany — Alliance 90/The Greens and Alice Weidel of the Germany — Alternative for Germany. The election is being held earlier than planned due to the collapse of Olaf Scholz's three-party coalition in November over economic disagreements. Forming a new government will likely involve coalition talks, as no single party is expected to secure an absolute majority.