Overview

• Olaf Lies is set to succeed Stephan Weil as Minister-President of Lower Saxony, with the formal transition scheduled for May 20, 2025.
• The decision on Lies' replacement as Minister of Economic Affairs is anticipated by Easter, with business and labor groups emphasizing the need for strong economic expertise.
• Speculation grows over whether the new Minister of Economic Affairs could come from outside politics, potentially from the business sector, to address economic challenges.
• Lies will return to the Volkswagen supervisory board as part of his new role, reflecting the state's critical ties to the automotive industry.
• Stephan Weil will remain in the state parliament until at least the summer recess, ensuring continuity during the leadership change.