About
Günther Hermann Oettinger is a German lawyer and politician affiliated with the Christian Democratic Union (CDU). He served as European Commissioner for Budget and Human Resources from 2017 to 2019. Prior to that, he was the European Commissioner for Digital Economy and Society (2014-2016) and for Energy (2010-2014). Oettinger's career reflects a deep involvement in European politics and policy-making.
Career Timeline
Minister-President
Appointed Minister-President of Baden-Württemberg, Germany.
EU Commissioner for Energy
Transitioned to European politics and became the EU Commissioner for Energy.
EU Commissioner for Digital
Appointed EU Commissioner for Digital Economy and Society.
Budget and Human Resources
Became EU Commissioner for Budget and Human Resources.
End of Term
Finished term as EU Commissioner for Budget and Human Resources.
Political Advisor
Works as a political advisor, using his years of experience to counsel others.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026