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German Statesman Wolfgang Schauble Passes Away.

Obituary | Dated: 30 Dec 2025

Wolfgang Schauble, a towering figure in German politics who helped negotiate German reunification in 1990, passed away at the age of 81. He served as Germany's Finance Minister during the Eurozone debt crisis and was the longest-serving member of the Bundestag (German Parliament).

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • He was a member of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) party.
  • Schauble was known for his austerity policies which shaped the EU's economic response.
  • He survived an assassination attempt in 1990 that left him paralyzed and wheelchair-bound.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Person: Wolfgang Schauble.
  • Role: Former Finance Minister.
  • Legacy: German Reunification.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Wolfgang Schauble, who passed away recently, was the former Finance Minister of which country?

Correct Answer: Germany

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Germany

  • Chancellor – Olaf Scholz
  • Capital – Berlin