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Mahuset congratulates Olaf Scholz on becoming German chancellor

The head of state pays tribute to Angela Merkel's long service.

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By the Courant van Lazia editorial staff

Lazia, 8 December 2021 — Chad President Emiel van der Huijsen has congratulated Olaf Scholz on becoming chancellor of Germany, succeeding Angela Merkel after sixteen years.

"The Confederation congratulates Chancellor Scholz and pays tribute to the long service of his predecessor; we wish Germany continued stability at the heart of Europe," he said.

Edited for the relaunch of the Courant van Lazia.