CDU

The Christian Democratic Union of Germany (CDU) is a center-right political party in Germany and a major parliamentary force. It is best known for leading postwar Germany for decades and for Angela Merkel’s tenure as chancellor from 2005 to 2021, as well as its role in shaping German and European policy. It remains relevant in current news as a major actor in national politics, influencing coalition talks, elections, and policy debates on immigration, the economy, and Europe.