Germany's SPD party leader Martin Schulz comments on today's coalition talks
- We will make clear we need a new start for Europe
- We will make suggestions on how to renew and strengthen cohesion in Europe
- Germany must respond to Macro initiatives
- If we agree to join government, the condition will be that this government makes Europe strong
- Hopes to reach an agreement today, but we will take the time we need
Oh boy, brace yourselves. I have a feeling we're in for a long one today.
Just some general background comments as coalition talks are set to commence on the day. It is expected some form of agreement can be reached later today from talks between Merkel's CDU party, its sister party CSU, and Schulz's SPD party.
