The President of Germany, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, has ceremoniously handed over resignation certificates to Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz and the 14 ministers in his government. This was reported by the country's media.
The ceremony took place at the Bellevue Presidential Palace in the center of Berlin. The President expressed his gratitude to Chancellor Scholz and his government.
For your information: According to German law, the chancellor and ministers vacate their positions on the day a new Bundestag is convened. However, President Steinmeier has asked Chancellor Scholz and the 14 ministers to remain in their positions for several more weeks. This procedure is also provided for by law. The chancellor and ministers continue their work until a new government is formed.
