Merkel prepares for knife-edge election in Germany

Angela Merkel is in a fight to clinch a new term for her ruling coalition despite enjoying overwhelming popularity and leading an economy that is the envy of Europe.

Merkel prepares for knife-edge election in Germany
Sat, 21 Sep, 2013 - 12:08

Angela Merkel is in a fight to clinch a new term for her ruling coalition despite enjoying overwhelming popularity and leading an economy that is the envy of Europe.

Polls ahead of tomorrow’s national election show her centre-right alliance on a knife-edge as her junior partner’s support slumps.

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