Manuela Schwesig

A composed presence with fair features and a steady gaze, Manuela Schwesig is a German politician. Born in Frankfurt an der Oder, Brandenburg, she has spent decades in public service. Schwesig holds the post of Minister President of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern since 2017, the first woman in that role. Before that, she was Federal Minister of Family Affairs, Senior Citizens, Women and Youth in Angela Merkel's third cabinet. From late 2023 to late 2024, she served as President of the Bundesrat. Her career shows a steady climb through state and federal ranks. Schwesig is a member of the Social Democratic Party.