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German Greens Convention: Habeck's Nomination and Climate Debate

The German Green Party is holding its federal convention to nominate Robert Habeck as chancellor candidate and elect new leadership, amidst internal debates and external pressure on climate policy.

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Robert HabeckAnnalena BaerbockOmid NouripourEmily BüningRicarda LangFranziska BrantnerFelix BanaszakCarla Reemtsma

What is Fridays for Future's demand of the Green Party?: Fridays for Future is urging the Green Party delegates to make a clear commitment to climate protection, including stopping new gas infrastructure and introducing a climate allowance.
What is significant about this particular Green Party convention?: The Green Party's convention is taking place three months before the German election. Over 800 delegates and more than 3700 guests are expected to attend the 50th regular federal party convention.
What other key decisions will be made at the Green Party's convention?: The Green Party's federal convention will also see the election of a new party leadership, with Franziska Brantner and Felix Banaszak running unopposed for the co-chairs positions.
Who is expected to be nominated as the Green Party's chancellor candidate?: Robert Habeck is expected to be nominated as the Green Party's candidate for chancellor in the upcoming German election. His nomination will be formalized at the party's upcoming federal convention in Wiesbaden.
What are some of the controversial topics expected to be debated at the convention?: Controversial debates are anticipated at the convention, particularly concerning immigration policy. The Green Youth are expected to oppose further tightening of migration policies.

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