Germany to hold presidential elections

The Federal Assembly of Germany this time will consist of 1472 participants

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Four candidates are vying for the German presidency, but Frank-Walter Steinmeier is considered the favorite.

The Federal Assembly of Germany will gather to elect a new president of the country, whose post is now held by former Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier. This will be reported on the site Bundestag on Sunday 13 February.

It is indicated that the presence of ex-Chancellor Angela Merkel is expected at the elections. If she comes, it will be her first public event since the end of her chancellorship.

The federal lands also sent other famous personalities to the Federal Assembly. Cosmonaut Alexander Gerst, virologist Christian Drosten, football players of the national team, singers and actresses are expected among those present.

Steinmeier announced his desire to run for a new term on May 28, 2021. The Social Democratic Party of Germany supported his decision. Then, the intention to support Steinmeier in the elections was expressed by representatives of the Free Democratic Party of Germany, the FDP, the Greens and the CDU/CSU party union. Thus, Steinmeier secured ahead of time the support of the majority in the Bundestag and the Bundesrat, the two chambers that make up the Federal Assembly in Germany.

In addition to Steinmeier, there are three other candidates. Gerhard Trabert, doctor from Mainz is put forward by the “Left”, the right-wing Alternative for Germany is proposed by the economist, Professor Max Otte. Another candidate proposed by the Free Voters party is the only female candidate, the astrophysicist Stefanie Gebauer.

The Federal Assembly this time will consist of 1472 participants. The president is elected for five years.

Recall January 29 Italian president re-elected for a second term. The candidacy of Sergio Mattarella was agreed and supported by all the leading political forces in Italy. Only the opposition party Brothers of Italy and individual electors spoke out against.

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