Matthias Miersch has been appointed as the new Secretary-General of Germany's Social Democratic Party (SPD), following the resignation of Kevin Kühnert due to health reasons.

Miersch, a seasoned politician and deputy chairman of the SPD parliamentary group, will temporarily fill the role until a formal election at an extraordinary party congress in 2025. Known for his strong advocacy of the energy transition, Miersch is expected to lead the party through a challenging election period.

Kühnert, who has been a prominent figure in the SPD, stepped down to focus on his health, leaving a significant gap in the party's leadership.

The SPD is now gearing up for the upcoming Bundestag elections, with Miersch at the helm to navigate the political landscape.