Christian Democratic Union (CDU)

The Christian Democratic Union (CDU) is a major political party in Germany, founded after World War II. Positioned center-right, it combines Christian social values with free-market principles. The party traditionally supports a strong economy, social welfare, and a unified Europe. The CDU has been influential in German politics, having produced several chancellors, including Angela Merkel, who led Germany for 16 years. The party seeks to represent a broad spectrum of society, appealing to both conservative and moderate voters, and focuses on issues like economic growth, security, and immigration.