Christian Schwarz-Schilling Dies at 95
Christian Schwarz-Schilling, who was 95, died. He was a former post minister and CDU politician. He played a role in privatizing the German postal service.
Schwarz-Schilling spent many years as a member of the German Bundestag. He previously served as Minister for Post and Telecommunications. He was a key figure in the CDU party. Schwarz-Schilling also worked as a high representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina. His work involved liberalizing the German communications market in the 1980s, which caused some disagreement.
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Schwarz-Schilling's Death
Christian Schwarz-Schilling, a former post minister, died at the age of 95.
CDU Mourning Loss
The CDU party expressed sadness at the passing of Schwarz-Schilling.
Privatization Role
Schwarz-Schilling played a key role in privatizing the German postal service.
Controversial Reforms
His reforms in the communications market caused controversy and resistance.
Long Political Career
Schwarz-Schilling had a long career in German politics and served under Helmut Kohl.