Saxony's Minister President Michael Kretschmer (CDU) recently held a confidential meeting with Jörg Urban, the head of the AfD in Saxony, sparking significant political debate.

The meeting, confirmed by both parties, took place during coalition talks with the SPD and BSW.

Kretschmer, who has consistently rejected collaboration with the AfD, a party deemed right-wing extremist by Saxony's intelligence agency, faced criticism from SPD officials.

They warned against any rapprochement with the AfD, emphasizing the need to uphold democratic values.

Despite the controversy, Kretschmer maintains that the meeting was part of his duty to engage with all parliamentary leaders.

The CDU continues to rule out any coalition with the AfD, adhering to its policy of non-cooperation with extremist parties.