German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has appointed a veteran politician with a reputation for practical ability to replace the defense minister who announced his intention to resign after being criticized for his words and actions. It seems that there is an aim to avoid confusion before it is opened in .
On the 17th, German Chancellor Scholz announced his resignation on the 16th after being criticized by the media for his inappropriate remarks about Russia's military invasion of Ukraine, and announced his resignation on the 16th. He announced that he would appoint an interior minister.
Mr. Pistorius is 62 years old.
He belongs to the Social Democratic Party, the same ruling party as Chancellor Scholz, and has served as Minister of the Interior of the state government since 2013.
At his press conference, Chancellor Scholz expressed his hopes for his appointment, stating that he was "well versed in security policy and possesses the strength and composure required for this momentous task at this turning point." I was.
In Germany, an important meeting is scheduled for the 20th of this week to discuss military support for Ukraine by Western countries, and attention is focused on whether Germany will follow Britain in providing tanks.
Chancellor Scholz seems to be aiming to avoid confusion by appointing his successor as defense minister before the meeting.