They have received their resignation certificates, but will remain in their posts as interim officers.

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier presented his resignation certificates to Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz and 14 ministers of his government. The ceremony took place at the Bellevue Presidential Palace in central Berlin on Tuesday, March 25.

According to Article 69 of the Basic Law of the Federal Republic of Germany, the Chancellor and ministers cease work on the day of the convocation of the new Bundestag. Its first meeting was held on March 25.

However, Steinmeier asked Scholz and all 14 ministers to remain in office for a few more weeks as interim ministers. This procedure is also provided for by law.

The Chancellor and the ministers will continue their work until the formation of a new government. dw.com.