Overview

• The CDU announced its ministerial lineup for the proposed coalition government with the SPD, including six federal minister nominees.
• Karsten Wildberger, CEO of Ceconomy, has been named as the Federal Minister for Digital Affairs, marking a shift toward private-sector expertise in public governance.
• The new Digital Ministry will consolidate digital responsibilities from the Interior and Digital & Transport Ministries, focusing on administrative modernization and connectivity.
• Other cabinet nominees include Katherina Reiche for Economic Affairs, Johann Wadephul for Foreign Affairs, and Nina Warken for Health.
• Friedrich Merz is scheduled for a Bundestag vote to confirm his chancellorship on May 6, with SPD and CSU ministerial nominations expected mid-week.