Theo Waigel
Theo Waigel is a prominent German politician and member of the Christian Social Union (CSU). Born on July 22, 1940, he served as the Federal Minister of Finance from 1989 to 1998, playing a crucial role in the reunification of Germany and the introduction of the Euro. Waigel was instrumental in shaping Germany's financial policies during a transformative period in European history. In recent years, he has been remembered for his close collaboration with former Federal President Horst Köhler, particularly in regard to their joint efforts in financial reform and European integration. His remarks during Köhler's state memorial highlighted their shared commitment to addressing global challenges.
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Recent news mentions
Theo Waigel, the honorary chairman of the CSU and former federal minister, supported Weber's call for a discussion within the party.
CSU in Bayern: Weber legt nach: Debatte in der Partei ist notwendig - Bayern
Germany· 2026-05-30
Theo Waigel's voting percentages were noted in the historical context of CSU leadership.
CSU-Parteitag: Markus Söder mit 83,6 Prozent als CSU-Vorsitzender bestätigt - BayernGermany· 2025-12-12
Theo Waigel is one of the honorary chairmen attending the CSU's 80th anniversary celebration.
80 Jahre CSU: Wie fest sitzt Söder noch im Sattel? - BayernGermany· 2025-10-24
Theo Waigel could contribute anecdotes about the leadership transitions in the CSU.
Waigel über Söder: Jesus hatte nur zwölf Follower - BayernGermany· 2025-08-23
Theo Waigel is mentioned in the context of promoting political diversity within the CSU in the past.
Abstecher zur Konkurrenz: Ex-CSU-Chef Erwin Huber geht zu den Grünen - BayernGermany· 2025-07-31
Theo Waigel, a founding member of the NS Documentation Center, reminisces about the positive development of the institution.
München: Warum Gedenken die Gegenwart im Blick haben muss - MünchenGermany· 2025-05-08
Theo Waigel spoke at the state ceremony, recalling Köhler's contributions to German reunification and the European Monetary Union.
Abschied von Horst Köhler: Einer, der über sich hinauswuchs - PolitikGermany· 2025-02-18
