Saxony CDU Aims to Chart a Course for the Future at Party Convention

The Saxon CDU plans to prepare for the future at a party convention in Chemnitz on Saturday (starting at 10:00 a.m.). To this end, delegates will consider a key resolution titled “The Saxon Union: Party of the Future.” In the digital age, modern media should not only support the party’s work—the Union also aims to foster new forms of collaboration within its own ranks.

CDU Aims to Further Develop Its Strengths as a People’s Party

“Modernizing our party’s work is not an end in itself. Saxony faces major challenges—from economic and demographic change to trust in politics—and we, as the Saxon Union, must also address these,” said Secretary General Tom Unger in advance. With this key resolution, the CDU aims to further develop its strengths as a people’s party. 

Other motions address issues such as the protection of critical infrastructure, Saxony’s future as a hub for the automotive industry, improved maternity protection for the self-employed, simplifying data protection regulations for small and medium-sized businesses, and strengthening the skilled trades. One motion addresses measures aimed at increasing vaccination rates in Saxony.

Call to freeze the minimum wage

The Dresden district association is calling for transparency and verifiable qualifications for applicants to top positions within the CDU. According to the Görlitz Christian Democrats and the Young Union (JU), the Saxon CDU should advocate for the minimum wage to no longer be increased by the state for eight years starting in 2027. The JU also supports the consistent use of AI-supported video surveillance.