German Chancellor Olaf Scholz (R) is interviewed by a television network during a congress of Germany's Social Democratic Party (SPD) in Berlin on January 11, 2025. Ahead of general elections scheduled for February 23, 2025, delegates confirmed Olaf Scholz as candidate for chancellor and were expected to adopt the party's programme. According to a draft by the party executive, the Social Democrats will focus on more investment and social justice. (Photo by John MACDOUGALL / AFP) (Photo by JOHN MACDOUGALL/AFP via Getty Images)