The chancellor first hinted at his intention to join the video platform during a citizens’ dialogue in Dresden on February 29. The social media move is linked to his political campaign ahead of the June 9 European elections and crucial regional elections in the eastern states. Brandenburg, Thuringia and Saxony in September.
The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) is already very active on TikTok, where it successfully appeals to young voters.
Scholz’s move also marks a new approach by the German government, which last year expressed security concerns about the Chinese app and ordered staff in its ministries to remove it on devices linked to the work.
Scholz’s TikTok account is, like his presence on other social media platforms, managed by the government press service, which said in a statement that it “expands its range of information for citizens, who use more and more TikTok for information and discussion.” policy.
“In addition to an overview of the work of the Federal Chancellor and information on government policy, there will be space for comments, questions and suggestions,” says the press service.
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