Speaker resumes her role
Aline Abboud Steps into a New Role in the German Government
Aline Abboud, a renowned journalist and moderator, is stepping out of the spotlight and into a new role as spokesperson and head of the press office at the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development. This change marks a significant shift in Abboud's career, as she will now be representing the ministry and the Federal Minister for Economic Cooperation and Development, Annalena Baerbock.
Born in East Berlin in 1988, Abboud grew up between two worlds, with her mother being German and her father Lebanese. This multicultural upbringing has undoubtedly shaped her perspective and contributed to her success in journalism.
Abboud's personal life has recently undergone a transformation, with the birth of her child and a move back to Berlin. She announced her decision to change direction on Instagram, citing these personal reasons as the driving force behind her career shift.
While Abboud's book, "Barefoot in Teta's Garden," is not mentioned in the context of her work for the ministry, it provides insights into her migration history and experiences. The book tells of Berlin, long summers in Lebanon, and the GDR, offering a unique perspective on her upbringing. Unfortunately, the details about the publication and availability of the book were not provided in the available information.
Prior to joining the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development, Abboud was part of Pinar Atalay's team in the Hamburg editorial office. However, she went on maternity leave in 2024.
In addition to her role at the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development, Abboud will also be the spokesperson for SPD politician Reem Alabali-Radovan, the youngest minister in the Merz cabinet at 35 years old. Alabali-Radovan is a member of the SPD in Germany.
As Abboud prepares to take over the leadership of the Press Office on August 18, she expresses excitement about her new task, the great team, and the international topics she will be working on. This new role will see Abboud working for the German government, a significant change from her previous roles in journalism.
[1] Information sourced from publicly available knowledge about the ministry's leadership in 2025 and the typical reporting structure of German federal ministries.
[1] Aline Abboud's new role in the German government as spokesperson and head of the press office at the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development signifies a transition from her career in journalism to education-and-self-development, personal-growth, and career-development.
[2] As she navigates this new path, her diverse lifestyle – shaped by her multicultural upbringing and experiences – will undeniably contribute to her success in her government position.
