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Norbert Lammert Won't Seek Re‑Election as Konrad‑Adenauer‑Stiftung Chair at December 19 Vote

He frames the decision as a planned transition ensuring the foundation is prepared.

Der langjährige Bundestagspräsident Norbert Lammert gibt den Vorsitz der CDU-nahen Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung ab.
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Overview

  • Lammert, 76, has led the CDU‑linked foundation since 2018 after many years as its deputy chair.
  • A foundation spokesperson confirmed he will not stand in the upcoming board election, following initial reporting by Süddeutsche Zeitung.
  • The board vote is set for December 19, and the foundation has not announced who will succeed him.
  • Media had expected him to pursue another two‑year term, but he called this the best moment to hand over, saying the organization is technically and personnel‑wise fit for the future.
  • The former Bundestag president served from 2005 to 2017 and first entered the federal parliament in 1980, with his exit described as leaving Berlin’s political stage.