Berlin: The German Parliament (Bundestag) elected conservative politician Friedrich Merz as Germany’s new Chancellor on Tuesday, succeeding Olaf Scholz, after a second round of voting that saw him win the required majority of votes.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the election of Friedrich Merz marks a significant political shift in Germany. Merz, a member of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), received the necessary support to take over the chancellorship, indicating a return to conservative leadership in the country. His appointment follows a closely contested election process, highlighting the dynamic political landscape in Germany.