German government not currently holding talks on TKMS stake, reports Handelsblatt

The new German government is not currently taking part in any talks aimed at acquiring a stake in Thyssenkrupp's defence division TKMS, the business daily Handelsblatt reported on Wednesday, citing government sources.

According to the report, the chancellery as well as the ministries involved have agreed not to push for state involvement at this time. (Writing by Miranda Murray; Editing by Kim Coghill)