This is the 1913th most frequent German word.
amtierende
"Amtierende" means "incumbent" or "currently holding office."
Here, 'amtierende' describes the current Chancellor while fulfilling her official duties.
Die amtierende Kanzlerin sprach über die neue Regelung.
The acting Chancellor spoke about the new regulation.
In this context, 'amtierende' refers to holding a championship title.
Das amtierende Weltmeisterteam hat alle Spiele gewonnen.
The reigning world champion team has won all their games.
'Amtierende' conveys the notion of currently holding the office of mayor.