Olaf Scholz

Chancellor of Germany since 2021

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Olaf Scholz is a German politician who has served as Chancellor of Germany since 2021. A member of the Social Democratic Party (SPD), he previously served as vice chancellor in the fourth Merkel cabinet and as Federal Minister of Finance from 2018 to 2021. He was also First Mayor of Hamburg from 2011 to 2018, deputy leader of the SPD from 2009 to 2019, and Federal Minister of Labour and Social Affairs from 2007 to 2009.

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Watch \| Who Is Friedrich Merz? Will He Be Germany’s Next Chancellor After CDU Win? Friedrich Merz is set to become Germany’s new chancellor after his CDU/CSU bloc secured 28.5% votes, defeating Olaf Scholz’s SPD. Merz, a longtime conservative leader, vows to revive Germany’s.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:06Published on February 24, 2025

German Election Results : Scholz Concedes Defeat As CDU/CSU Wins, AFD Secures Second-Place Finish German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has conceded defeat as the CDU/CSU secures victory in Germanys national election. The right-wing AfD made history by finishing second with 20.4% of the vote, marking its.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:30Published on February 24, 2025

Merz’s centre-right CDU lead in Germany’s federal election, exit polls show Merz’s centre-right CDU lead in Germany’s federal election, exit polls show Incumbent Chancellor Olaf Scholz has conceded defeat for his centre-left Social Democrats (SPD) after what he called.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:09Published on February 23, 2025

Top candidates cast their votes on German federal election day Top candidates cast their votes on German federal election day Incumbent Chancellor Scholz and CDU leader Merz cast their votes in Germany's critical election on Sunday, expected to lead to.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:12Published on February 23, 2025

Germany braces for pivotal elections as parties wrap up campaigns Germany braces for pivotal elections as parties wrap up campaigns German are set to vote for their next leader on Sunday in the country’s snap federal election. The election is expected to feature.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:10Published on February 23, 2025

Vance Slams Germany’s Free Speech Laws, Links US Military To Online Hate Speech Restrictions US Vice President JD Vance has slammed Germany’s free speech laws, linking them to the US military presence in the country. Speaking at CPAC, he questioned why American taxpayers should support.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:48Published on February 22, 2025

Germany's Olaf Scholz, Friedrich Merz hold rallies in final days ahead of federal election Germany's Olaf Scholz, Friedrich Merz hold rallies in final days ahead of federal election As Sunday’s snap federal election nears, political parties are intensifying their efforts in the final.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:10Published on February 22, 2025

Olaf Scholz and Friedrich Merz face off in final debate ahead of German election Olaf Scholz and Friedrich Merz face off in final debate ahead of German election During the debate the candidates touched on migration, the economy, and security. READ MORE :.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:39Published on February 20, 2025

Fact check: Scholz did not call for German state of emergency over Russia-US peace talks Misleading claims targeting the German chancellor have been spreading online days before German voters head to the polls to elect a new government. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:58Published on February 19, 2025

What are the prospects of European peacekeeping troops in Ukraine? Leaders remain divided While the UK's Keir Starmer reaffirmed he’s ready to consider sending British forces on the Ukrainian ground alongside others, Germany's Olaf Scholz called the idea 'premature.' Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:42Published on February 18, 2025

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Will the far right be the second largest party? Everything you need to know about Germany's elections Chancellor Olaf Scholz and his government face being voted out of office next week, as Germany heads to the polls in an election dominated by Ukraine, energy prices and the rise of the far right. Sky News - Published on February 11, 2025
PM Modi lands in Paris ahead of AI summit PM Narendra Modi visits France to co-chair an AI summit with President Emmanuel Macron and enhance strategic ties. He meets global leaders, including German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and US Vice President.. IndiaTimes - Published on February 10, 2025

Elon Musk's praise for European right-wing branded 'disgusting' by German chancellor German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has called Elon Musk's backing of right-wing parties in the European Union "really disgusting". Sky News - Published on January 29, 2025
German chancellor loses confidence vote, paving way for early election Germany is on course for an early election in February after Chancellor Olaf Scholz lost a confidence vote in parliament. Sky News - Published on December 16, 2024
Scholz's phone call with Putin opens 'Pandora's box', says Zelenskyy Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has criticised a phone call between German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Russian President Vladimir Putin, saying it has opened a "Pandora's box". Sky News - Published on November 16, 2024

German chancellor vows to increase deportations of rejected asylum seekers after knife attack German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has vowed to step up deportations of rejected asylum seekers after it emerged the suspect in Friday's knife attack was a Syrian who was due to be removed. Sky News - Published on August 26, 2024
Thousands protest against far-right plan to deport 'unassimilated citizens' Chancellor Olaf Scholz joined thousands of people protesting against an alleged far-right plan to deport "unassimilated" immigrants from Germany. Sky News - Published on January 14, 2024
PM Modi extends wishes to German Chancellor Olaf Scholz for speedy recovery from covid-19 IndiaTimes - Published on December 18, 2023
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Ukraine war affects price, energy and food security: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, on Saturday, said that the people globally have been affected by higher prices, energy shortages, and food security due to Ukraine war, as per Reuters. IndiaTimes - Published on September 9, 2023
G20 summit: Why German Chancellor Olaf Scholz is wearing an eye patch Scholz shared a lighthearted photo on social media, acknowledging potential humorous responses. He assured that his injury was not serious and canceled scheduled appointments in the central Hesse.. IndiaTimes - Published on September 9, 2023
Eye-patch clad German chancellor 'looking forward to the memes' after jogging injury German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has said he is "excited to see the memes," after posting a picture of himself wearing a black eye patch. Sky News - Published on September 4, 2023	Good news for Indian IT workers! German Chancellor plans to ease visa application in tech sector India's information technology professionals will reportedly find it simpler to secure work visas in Germany, according to German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. DNA - Published on February 27, 2023
Germany wants to ease visa application for Indian IT workers German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said on Sunday that his government wants to make it easier for information technology experts from India to obtain work visas in Germany as the country struggles with a.. IndiaTimes - Published on February 26, 2023	Will see India-EU FTA doesn’t drag on: Scholz IndiaTimes - Published on February 26, 2023
Ready to aid any Ukraine peace bid: PM to German Chancellor Olaf Scholz IndiaTimes - Published on February 25, 2023	PM Modi, Chancellor Scholz interact with top CEOs on ways to boost economic ties IndiaTimes - Published on February 25, 2023
Germany's Scholz says want to deepen relations with India, meets Modi IndiaTimes - Published on February 25, 2023	German Chancellor Olaf Scholz receives ceremonial reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan German Chancellor Olaf Scholz received a ceremonial reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi. IndiaTimes - Published on February 25, 2023
Germany committed to Indo-Pacific like never before, will show military presence: Chancellor Olaf Scholz IndiaTimes - Published on February 24, 2023	Chancellor Olaf Scholz to visit India on February 25-26 IndiaTimes - Published on February 21, 2023
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz quotes Jaishankar's viral 'European mindset' remark During the Munich Security Conference, German Chancellor Scholz highlighted Jaishankar's comment and acknowledged its validity. Scholz suggested that a change in mindset is necessary, emphasizing the.. IndiaTimes - Published on February 20, 2023

Olaf Scholz

Chancellor of Germany since 2021

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