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CDU Conference: Angela Merkel's Show?
The executive of Germany's conservative Christian Democrats, the CDU, is up for re-election at its party conference in Stuttgart. Few see the vote as anything other than a formality. Angela Merkel, the German chancellor, is expected to be overwhelmingly reinstated as CDU party leader.
Bildunterschrift: Großansicht des Bildes mit der Bildunterschrift: Angela Merkel has established herself as a strong chancellor in her three years in office. Politically, she is considered the most powerful woman in the world and has made a name in international circles as a shrewd negotiator. Key to her success has been keeping partners at arm's length. The tactic has been unpopular at times but its effectiveness has earned Merkel respect as a diplomat. But as leader of Germany's Christian Democrats, Merkel is expected to shed that mantle and present a strong personality to the party and supporters. Her perceived reserve and aloofness has raised concerns from some CDU members seeking a dynamic leader who can meet political opponents head on. But few would dispute the fact that Angela Merkel's leadership style has produced the most successful CDU chief since Helmut Kohl.
