CDU party welcomes fresh Digital Minister into its ranks
Prepare to witness a monumental shift as the political landscape of North Rhine-Westphalia embraces the new era of digitalization! Karsten Wildberger, the CEO of Ceconomy Group and former non-partisan, has officially joined the CDU. Nominated as the federal digital minister, this 55-year-old powerhouse is set to redefine the German nation's digital terrain.
North Rhine-Westphalia – the long-standing home of Karsten Wildberger – now proudly stands as his political home as well. Wildberger shared his sentiments, stating, "I'm thrilled to make this move and work alongside Chancellor Friedrich Merz, as I contribute to the North Rhine-Westphalia CDU under Hendrik Wüst."
The Aim for a Progressive Digital Revolution
Wildberger reaffirmed the Christian Democrats' commitment to a robust free-market economy and a vital transformation that the nation desperately requires, particularly in digitalization and state modernization. The ambition lies in instilling confidence in the government and state institutions.
According to General Secretary Paul Ziemiak, it's an honor to welcome Federal Minister Wildberger to the North Rhine-Westphalia CDU. Ziemiak believes that, with Hendrik Wüst's motto 'From Coal to AI,' no better political home for a new digital minister could be found than within the Union on the Rhine and Ruhr.
The daunting Mission Awaits
The newly formed Ministry for Digital Affairs and State Modernization targets a massive acceleration of digitization in Germany. This comprehensive transformation calls for modernized state functions, improved digital infrastructure, and cultivating a digitally interconnected society. Wildberger's tenure promises a consolidation of digital responsibilities from six different government departments, which seeks to streamline efforts and boost digital governance efficiency.
At the heart of this digital revolution lies the concept of digital sovereignty – ensuring self-sufficiency in technology and robust digital governance across the nation's economy, state, and society. Additionally, the ministry intends to maintain compliance with the European Union's AI Act, and creating a market surveillance authority on the domestic front.
Despite facing challenges, Wildberger's background in steering consumer electronics giant MediaMarkt may offer valuable insights into consumer technology trends and business strategies that could be essential to realizing digital modernization efforts more effectively.
So brace yourself for the exciting times ahead as Germany accelerates its journey from coal to AI under the guidance of the incorruptible Karsten Wildberger!
- The Commission has also been consulted on the draft directive relating to the digital transformation initiatives proposed by the new German Federal Minister for Digital Affairs and State Modernization, Karsten Wildberger.
- As Karsten Wildberger prepares to take on his ambitious role, he finds support from fellow party members in Westphalia, such as the General Secretary Paul Ziemiak, who believes that the Union on the Rhine and Ruhr is the perfect political home for such a digital revolution.
- In a recent interview, Karsten Wildberger discussed his plans for the digital transformation of Germany, expressing his desire to use WhatsApp as a platform to connect with citizens and engage in discussions about policy-and-legislation-related topics.
- The CDU's digital strategy, under the leadership of Karsten Wildberger, aims to secure Germany's digital sovereignty and ensure its economy, state, and society remain innovative, competitive, and interconnected in the ever-changing digital landscape of the 21st century.
