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3mo ago

Merz Names Martin Jäger as BND President, Kahl Assigned to Vatican

Chancellor Merz’s appointment underscores a broader push to modernize the BND with increased funding alongside greater field autonomy.

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Der deutsche Botschafter in Kiew, Martin Jäger, soll einem Medienbericht zufolge neuer Präsident des Bundesnachrichtendienstes (BND) werden. Laut "Spiegel" soll sich Bundeskanzler Friedrich Merz (CDU) für die Personalie entschieden haben.
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Overview

  • Chancellor Friedrich Merz has decided to replace longtime BND president Bruno Kahl with Martin Jäger, though the government has not yet issued an official announcement.
  • Reports indicate Jäger will transition from his role as Germany’s ambassador to Kyiv to lead the foreign intelligence service.
  • Jäger’s diplomatic career includes postings in Kabul and Baghdad, work in the Foreign Office and a stint as Daimler AG’s chief lobbyist.
  • Bruno Kahl is expected to take up the position of German ambassador to the Vatican following his eight-year tenure at the BND.
  • The leadership overhaul, coupled with the appointment of Philipp Wolff as Chancellery intelligence coordinator, is designed to secure more funding and greater operational flexibility for the BND.