Former German foreign minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier has
been elected president by a parliamentary assembly.
The Social Democrat, 61, is one of Germany's most popular
politicians.
The post is largely ceremonial, but the president represents
Germany abroad and is seen as carrying moral weight.
During the US election campaign, the usually circumspect
ex-lawyer described Donald Trump as a "hate preacher" and predicted
more challenging relations with Washington.
He has also criticised those who "make politics with
fear", and spoken out against right-wing populism.
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