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Merkel meets Greens for government talks

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German Chancellor Angela Merkel's conservatives will meet Green party representatives Thursday for initial coalition talks. Elections on 22 September failed to provide her with a majority to rule the country. The Social Democrats (SPD) are widely seen as the more likely ally, but members are against a 'grand coalition' deal.

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