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Werner Münch
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Münch (2019)
Minister-President of Saxony-Anhalt
In office
4 July 1991 – 2 December 1993
Deputy Gerd Brunner
Wolfgang Rauls
Preceded by Gerd Gies
Succeeded by Christoph Bergner
Minister of Finance of Saxony-Anhalt
In office
2 November 1990 – 4 July 1991
Minister-President Gerd Gies
Preceded by Position established
Succeeded by Wolfgang Böhmer
Member of the European Parliament
for Lower Saxony
In office
24 July 1984 – 19 November 1990
Preceded by multi-member district
Succeeded by Brigitte Langenhagen
Personal details
Born (1940-09-25) 25 September 1940 (age 84)
Kirchhellen, Germany
Political party Independent
Other political
affiliations
Christian Democratic Union (1972–2009)
Residence Freiburg im Breisgau
Alma mater University of Freiburg
Occupation
  • Politician
  • Consultant
  • Political Scientist

Dr. Werner Münch was born on September 25, 1940, in Bottrop, Germany. He is a German politician. He was a member of the CDU party for many years.

Who is Werner Münch?

Werner Münch is known for his work in German politics. He held important roles, especially after Germany became reunited. He worked as a financial expert and a state leader.

Early Life and Education

Werner Münch studied at the University of Freiburg. This education helped him become a political scientist. He later used his knowledge in his career. He also worked as a consultant.

A Career in European Politics

Before working in German state politics, Werner Münch was a member of the European Parliament. He represented Lower Saxony from 1984 to 1990. This role involved working with other European countries.

Leading Saxony-Anhalt

After Germany reunited, Werner Münch moved to Saxony-Anhalt. This is a state in eastern Germany. He played a key role in setting up the new government there.

Becoming Minister-President

Werner Münch first became the Financial Minister of Saxony-Anhalt. He started this job in November 1990. He worked under the first Minister-President, Gerd Gies. When Mr. Gies resigned in 1991, Werner Münch was chosen to take his place. He became the second Minister-President of Saxony-Anhalt on July 4, 1991.

His Time as Leader

As Minister-President, Werner Münch led the state government. He worked to rebuild Saxony-Anhalt after reunification. He served in this role until December 2, 1993. He resigned after some disagreements about how money was handled. Christoph Bergner then became the new Minister-President.

Leaving the Party

Werner Münch was a member of the CDU party for 37 years. However, he decided to leave the party on February 25, 2009. He felt that the party was changing too much under its leader, Angela Merkel.

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