Overview

• Johann Wadephul, a pro-Ukraine advocate and close ally of Friedrich Merz, is named foreign minister, marking a shift toward a stronger transatlantic and security-driven foreign policy.
• Katherina Reiche, an energy sector executive, is appointed economy and energy minister, tasked with revitalizing Germany's industrial base during economic challenges.
• Karsten Wildberger will lead the newly created Ministry for Digitalization, emphasizing the modernization of Germany's digital infrastructure and economy.
• The CSU takes control of the interior ministry, with plans to implement stricter migration controls in response to rising support for the far-right AfD.
• The SPD retains key portfolios, including defense and finance, with coalition ratification votes still pending ahead of the government’s official swearing-in.