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CDU/CSU to Announce Cabinet Picks as SPD Awaits Membership Vote Results

Germany's coalition government formation enters final stages, with key ministerial appointments expected next week ahead of the planned May 6 start.

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Der leere Tisch im Sitzungsraum des Bundeskabinetts im Bundeskanzleramt.
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Overview

  • The CDU/CSU will reveal their 10 cabinet nominees on Monday, while the SPD plans to announce its seven ministerial picks on Wednesday after its membership vote concludes.
  • SPD members are voting on the coalition agreement, with results expected by April 30, a critical step for finalizing the government lineup.
  • Johann Wadephul is reportedly a leading candidate for Foreign Minister, which would make him the first CDU member to hold the position in nearly 60 years.
  • SPD leader Lars Klingbeil is widely anticipated to assume the roles of Finance Minister and Vice Chancellor, pending confirmation of the party's nominations.
  • Defense Minister Boris Pistorius and CSU's Alexander Dobrindt are expected to retain or secure key roles in the new government, with Pistorius likely remaining in his post and Dobrindt seen as a strong contender for Interior Minister.