Change at the top: Edtstadler will be the new party leader of the ÖVP Salzburg

Change at the top: Edtstadler will be the new party leader of the ÖVP Salzburg

In a historical change in the leadership, Wilfried Haslauer officially handed over the chair of the Salzburg People's Party to Karoline Edtstadler on February 1, 2025. This significant handover, which was already decided on January 9 by the party presidency, took place in a solemn atmosphere in the ÖVP-Haus in Merianstrasse. Haslauer, who led the party for over 21 years, symbolically presented the key to the state party center and was pleased with the orderly handover: "It was great years and I am convinced that Karoline Edtstadler will make this awarded," said the outgoing party chair. reported .

Karoline Edtstadler, who has taken over the business since February 1, made it clear that she wanted to set new accents. "The house is well ordered and the People's Party is broad. I will have many conversations at all levels," she announced. Edtstadler plans to familiarize themselves meticulously into their new tasks, with the aim of involving as many people as possible in the process. In addition, the handover of the governor will take place on July 2, 2025, which usher in a new era in state politics. "This new challenge is a matter close to my heart for me. I take this position with humility, joy and full," explained the new party chairwoman, as well as .