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Junge Union's Deutschlandtag kicks off in Bonn with reform debates

From October 16 to 18, the Junge Union meets in Bonn to discuss various reform approaches, including pensions and generational justice.

17 October 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The Junge Union opened its Deutschlandtag in Bonn on October 16, 2023, which will run until October 18. The event is themed 'Impulse for the Union' and addresses key societal issues, including artificial intelligence and digitalization.

A central topic of the Deutschlandtag is the controversial reform plans regarding pensions. In this context, aspects of generational justice will also be discussed. Various prominent members of the CDU and CSU are attending the event, including CDU leader Friedrich Merz and Bavaria's Prime Minister Markus Söder.

Additionally, there is discontent within the Junge Union regarding the handling of financial resources. This could lead to discussions about the organization's treasurer, as members prepare for upcoming leadership elections.

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North Rhine-Westphalia's Prime Minister Hendrik Wüst emphasized in his speech the importance of actively countering political extremism from both the left and the right. This warning resonated in light of the current political situation in Germany, where coalition approval ratings have declined.

JU Chairman Tilman Winkel expressed in his opening speech that he hopes the event will signal a new beginning for the CDU and CSU. The meeting is intended to facilitate exchange and positioning regarding the federal government's policies.

Participants hope the assembly will provide new impulses for the Union, allowing it to respond to the challenges currently facing the party. Thus, the Deutschlandtag aims not only to strengthen internal party order but also to regain voter trust.

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