📰 German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier officially signed the decree for the dismissal of Olaf Scholz from the position of Chancellor, as well as 14 ministers from his government. However, they will remain in their positions until a new cabinet is formed.
Source: PRYAMYI
📜 According to Spiegel, before the ceremony, Steinmeier reminded of the numerous challenges Germany faced during Scholz’s government.
🦠 He mentioned the coronavirus pandemic, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Hamas’s attack on Israel, and military actions in the Gaza Strip. The President thanked Scholz for strengthening the country’s defense capabilities and stabilizing the energy situation after the start of the war in Ukraine.
💙 Steinmeier specifically emphasized Germany’s important role in supporting Ukrainian refugees.
🏛️ The first session of the new Bundestag composition took place in Berlin, opened by the oldest MP, Gregor Gysi.
📊 In his speech, he emphasized the need to create committees to discuss tax reform, healthcare funding, and fighting bureaucracy. He also suggested that the President initiate a committee for the protection of democracy.
🔍 It is currently unknown when the new government will be formed, but according to Friedrich Merz, leader of the Christian Democratic Union, coalition negotiations may be completed by Easter, April 20.
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