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Christian Democratic Union

Christlich Demokratische Union Deutschlands

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Source: Gfluencers research (2026-10-08) — pending editorial verification · Official source: kas.de

About

Germany's largest party; forms a joint parliamentary group with the Bavarian CSU. Its leader Friedrich Merz has been Chancellor since May 2025.

Commonly described as:Christian democraticConservativeCentre-right

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Representation

National legislature
Bundestag: 164 of 630 seats (CDU; 208 with the CSU) — 2025 election
Government status
Governing

Coalitions and alliances

  • CDU/CSU–SPD federal coalition · Governing coalition since May 6, 2025

    Coalition agreement signed in 2025; Friedrich Merz elected Chancellor.

    Members: CDU, CSU, SPD

Election results

ElectionCandidateVote shareSeats
2025 German federal election (CDU/CSU)—28.6%208 of 630

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Associated officeholders

Former prominent leaders and members

AMAngela Merkel 🇩🇪 Former Chancellor of Germany · CDU

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