The FDP’s federal party convention in Berlin elected Kubicki as the new federal chairman. According to Deutschlandfunk, Kubicki prevailed against his competitors in a contested vote. The 73-year-old takes over the leadership of the Liberals at a time when the party is seeking a clear profile.
In his first speech as chairman, Kubicki advocated for a conservative-liberal course. He emphasized the need for a functioning market economy and called for more economic growth. The party must focus more on its economically liberal roots, Kubicki told the delegates.
The election of the new chairman is seen as a signal for a programmatic realignment of the FDP. Kubicki, previously long-time vice president of the Bundestag, is considered an experienced politician with a clear profile. The conservative-liberal course he aims for could bring the FDP closer to the Union in terms of content.
Source: www.deutschlandfunk.de
