German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has expressed willingness to cooperate with Union leader Friedrich Merz on migration issues. Scholz emphasized the importance of collaboration between the government and the opposition, as long as decisions in migration policy align with democratic principles and international agreements.
While Scholz rejected the idea of passing laws without the Greens and FDP, he acknowledged the need for action to reduce irregular migration. The recent knife attack in Solingen has raised concerns about migration and prompted discussions on asylum policy.
Merz has called for stricter asylum laws and has suggested that laws could be passed without the Greens and FDP if necessary. The FDP has expressed openness to working with the CDU on tightening asylum regulations.
The Green Party has criticized Merz's proposals and accused him of political provocation. Overall, there is a need for a bipartisan approach to address the complex challenges posed by migration and find solutions that are in line with democratic principles and human rights.
