This was announced by the representative of the government Christiane Hofman.
“The Chancellor respects Lambrecht's decision and thanks her for the good work she has done during this difficult and challenging time.
The chancellor will soon submit a proposal to the president on the candidacy of a successor, ”TASS quotes Hoffman.
According to media reports, the chancellor is now having trouble finding a candidate, since at the beginning of his term he promised that at least half of his government team would be women.
Discussions are currently underway in Berlin as to who will take the post of Minister of Defense.