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"We're going to cut off all trade with Spain. We don't want anything to do with Spain," the US president said.

German chancellor says that he underscored need for continued support for Kyiv during US visit ; Trump says Ukraine is ‘very high’ on his priority list. What we know on day 1,470 German chancellor Friedrich Merz, in Washington for talks with Donald Trump, said he stressed that Ukraine should not have to accept further territorial concessions during his conversation with the US president. He said he also underscored the need for continued support for Ukraine, which last week marked the fourth ...

Mr. Trump told reporters that Germany had been “helping out” by allowing U.S. forces to access certain bases, and drew a sharp contrast to the actions of two other European countries: Britain and Spain

The German Chancellor visited the White House yesterday: 'No territorial concessions to Moscow'. Zelensky speaks with Von der Leyen: reassurances on sanctions against Russians and on the loan to Kyiv.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited Washington where he met with US President Donald Trump to discuss the war in the Middle East.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has said that during talks with U.S. President Donald Trump the sides will discuss Russia's war against Ukraine and ways to end it, as well as ensuring Ukraine's…

Der deutsche Kanzler ist der erste Regierungschef, den der US-Präsident nach Beginn des Iran-Kriegs im Weißen Haus empfängt.

Donald Trump offered little in the way of an optimistic view of Iran’s future on Monday during a bilateral meeting with German Chanceller Friedrich Merz at the White House.

JAV prezidentas Donaldas Trumpas antradienį Baltuosiuose rūmuose priėmė Vokietijos kanclerį Friedrichą Merzą. Jis vadino F. Merzą draugu, su kuriuos susitinka „labai įdomiu laiku“.

Donald Trump është takuar me kancelarin gjerman Merz. Në një komunikim për mediat ai është pyetur për luftën në Iran, dhe mbështetjen nga vendet e tjera.

Njemački kancelar Friedrich Merz stigao je u Washington nakon što je izrazio razumijevanje za američko-izraelsku kampanju za rušenje iranskog režima, u pokušaju da umiri Donalda Trumpa po pitanju…

Cancelarul german Friedrich Merz se află în SUA pentru a purta discuții cu președintele Donald Trump, pentru a doua oară.

US President Donald Trump will meet Germany's Friedrich Merz on Tuesday at the White House for his first visit with a foreign leader since joining Israel in strikes on Iran that have dragged the…

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will meet with US President Donald Trump in Washington on Tuesday, as the first world leader to personally meet with him after the start of the war against Iran,...

Trump empfängt Bundeskanzler Merz zum dritten Mal im Weißen Haus. Der Irankrieg steht dabei im Vordergrund – und könnte andere wichtige Themen überlagern.

Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s visit to Washington, long planned, is now likely to be dominated by discussions of the attack, which Europeans did not take part in.

Bundeskanzler Merz ist zu Gast im Oval Office. Zwischen Iran- und Ukrainekrieg könnte der Besuch zum Balanceakt werden. Außerdem: Der Wehrbeauftragte legt seinen Jahresbericht vor.

The chancellor does not want to enter direct conflict but does not condemn the US and Israel.

German Chancellor Merz's perceived overconfidence is not popular in Germany, leading to questions about whether his approach is what Europe needs, referencing a historical German maxim about speech and silence.

Friedrich Merz is publicly departing from a core conviction of German governments, dismantling the legacy of Baerbock's foreign policy, a move he has prepared for months.

How the US-Israeli war against Iran exploded into a regional conflict, as Tehran retaliated with strikes across the Middle East US-Israel war on Iran – live updates A US-Israeli war against Iran…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz held a call to discuss air defense missiles, the situation on the front line, peace negotiations, and the German chancellor's visit to China.

Unlike his predecessors, Friedrich Merz projects certainty, even when he’s wrong. Now he must turn words into a deliverable plan The 18th-century philosopher Johann Gottfried Herder is credited in Germany with coining the maxim: “Talk is silver, but silence is golden.” The saying has come to define Germany’s political culture. Olaf Scholz was economical with words and drew mockery for his wooden, monosyllabic replies as the “Scholzomat” or even the “coma chancellor”. Scholz was not entirely d...

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) has condemned Iran's regime, but not the military strikes by Israel and the United States.

Germany has stated it will not actively participate in military operations against Iran but will defend its soldiers stationed in multinational bases in Jordan and Iraq. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is visiting Washington to discuss the situation with President Trump.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz aims to lead Europe towards greater independence from the United States, a goal that is proving more challenging than anticipated.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Sunday voiced support for U.S. and Israeli military strikes on Iran, while acknowledging legal concerns and warning of uncertainty over the pote...
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Germany's chancellor, Friedrich Merz, is flying to Washington D.C. to discuss shoring up trading ties with China, highlighting America's interest in strengthening economic relations with the world's third-biggest economy.

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz believes further diplomatic efforts with Russia regarding Ukraine are futile, advocating for Ukraine's defense and highlighting attacks on civilians.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited Beijing, where he met with Xi Jinping to emphasize the strategic partnership and the need for open communication channels between Germany and China, pursuing a 'fact-oriented' policy towards China.

Germany will adjust clocks for daylight saving, two federal states will hold elections, and the Schufa credit score will become more transparent in March.

Was taugt die deutsche China-Strategie? Nach der ersten China-Reise des Kanzlers ist es Zeit für ein Zwischenfazit.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is scheduled to meet with former US President Donald Trump at the White House next Tuesday for talks in the Oval Office.

An article discusses the frustrations within German industry, advocating for less government intervention and regulation to allow businesses to thrive without constant strangulation and resuscitation.
German Chancellor Merz has reportedly pressured Chinese President Xi Jinping regarding the situation in Ukraine.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Beijing on 24 February for a two day visit focused on trade, Ukraine and shifting global power balances. He travelled with more than 30 senior executives from Volkswagen, BMW, Siemens and Airbus. The trip marked his first to China since taking office in May 2025 and came amid strain in transatlantic trade relations.
‘Deepening ties with China reinforces Germany’s role as a bridge builder between East and West’ Global Times

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has concluded his first visit to China, hailing the “good cooperation” with Beijing as Berlin seeks to rebalance ties with its largest trading partner amid the unpredictability of the Trump administration. Merz characterised the visit as “worthwhile”, noting that China would buy up to 120 additional aircraft from Airbus SE. The company operates two assembly lines in the northern port city of Tianjin that primarily produce A320 jets for Chinese carriers. In his...

Friedrich Merz, leader of Germany's CDU opposition party, is on a visit to China, traveling to Hangzhou after visiting Beijing's Forbidden City and Mercedes-Benz facilities, and meeting with Alibaba.
Germany's Friedrich Merz concludes his inaugural trip to China, acknowledging that significant challenges persist in the relationship between the two nations.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visits Unitree Robotics in Hangzhou, watching Wubot and robot fights Global Times
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Germany's Merz is visiting a China AI hub with the aim of securing new business deals.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s visit ‘a window for building more cooperation,’ Unitree Robotics’ founder Wang Xingxing tells media Global Times
The European home appliance industry is reportedly losing competitiveness, facing a crisis that impacts its market position.
Merz visits the Palace Museum, hails cooperation between Chinese, German companies after Mercedes test ride on 2nd day of China trip Global Times
German politician Friedrich Merz is in Beijing, confronting the perceived decline in Germany's international status.
Germany wants deeper, fairer economic co-op with China: Merz Qatar Tribune

Friedrich Merz arrived in Beijing with a mission to renegotiate economic terms between Germany and China, as Berlin faces challenges from deindustrialization, an energy crisis, and cheap Chinese competition.

Chinese leader Xi Jinping expressed belief that pure business will once again be at the forefront of relations between Germany and China, while Merz advocated for Chinese purchases.

German Chancellor Merz is on an inaugural visit to Beijing, where China plans to purchase 120 Airbus aircraft. His visit continues with a stop at Siemens.
Merz has urged patience following his initial meeting with China's President Xi Jinping.

Chancellor Friedrich Merz praised the dynamic for better cooperation between Germany and China during his first day in Beijing, expressing hope for new progress to Chinese President Xi Jinping.

A retired man in Germany was investigated for comparing politician Friedrich Merz to 'Pinocchio,' but the public prosecutor's office dropped the case, deeming it legitimate criticism.

After meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz emphasized the 'great opportunities' for developing mutual relations between Germany and China.

On the first day of his visit to China, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz advocated for a balanced relationship with Beijing, as Berlin's trade deficit with the Asian giant widens.
Germany's Friedrich Merz has met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in China, indicating efforts to foster closer ties between the two nations.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in China for his first visit, emphasizing Germany's need for global interests, as China became Berlin's largest trading partner last year.

Bundeskanzler Merz ist China eingetroffen. Klaus Mühlhahn ist einer der führenden Kenner des Landes. Er erklärt im Interview, was Peking von Deutschland hält, wie mächtig Xi Jinping ist – und wie viel

Kina i Njemačka žele produbiti suradnju, izjavili su u srijedu u Pekingu njemački kancelar Friedrich Merz i kineski premijer Li Qiang, na početku Merzova posjeta čiji je cilj ponovno uspostaviti veze
China's Foreign Minister stated that cooperation between China and Germany brings tangible benefits to both peoples, ahead of German politician Merz's visit to Beijing.

While Chancellor Friedrich Merz considers the working hours law dispensable, a Frankfurt labor lawyer argues against it, emphasizing the necessity of eleven hours of rest and citing disputes over unpaid overtime.

Friedrich Merz said it would be a mistake to "decouple" Germany from China shortly before boarding a plane to Beijing.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz states the US is committed to destroying Iran's military capabilities, while Qatar announces the arrest of 10 suspects spying for Iran's Revolutionary Guards.
The US President criticized Spain and the United Kingdom during a meeting with the German Chancellor about the war in Iran. Sánchez reminds him that the country 'is an essential member of NATO'.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz met with Donald Trump at the White House, subsequently stating that criticisms against Starmer were unfair and that Spain, as an EU member, should not be treated negatively.

During Friedrich Merz's talk with Donald Trump in the Oval Office on Tuesday, the German chancellor voiced hopes that 'this war will come to an end as soon as possible,' but added that he and the US president 'are on the same page in terms of getting this terrible regime in Tehran away.'

Der Besuch von Friedrich Merz in Washington war schon länger geplant. Über die Zölle und die Ukraine wollte der Bundeskanzler mit dem US-Präsidenten sprechen.

Chancellor Friedrich Merz supported the removal of the "terrible terrorist" regime in Tehran.

Presidenti i SHBA-së, Donald Trump, ka thënë se çmimet e naftës mund të mbeten të larta ndërsa sulmet SHBA–Izrael ndaj Iranit vazhdojnë, gjë për të cilën kancelari i Gjermanisë, Friedrich Merz,…
US President Donald Trump stated on Tuesday that he is dissatisfied with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who did not join the US-Israel attack on Iran, but allowed US forces to…

Le chancelier allemand, dont les convictions atlantistes sont chahutées par les soubresauts de la politique menée par Donald Trump, est le premier dirigeant à être reçu par le président américain…

Chancellor Friedrich Merz is in the US to hold talks with President Donald Trump for the second time. The war in Iran is likely to dominate the agenda. Follow DW for the latest.

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Friedrich Merz forgets that Germany is an actor and can try to solve its problems within the framework of the law. This also applies to German nuclear weapons.

Keine Bank finanziert so viele deutsche Mittelständler wie die Commerzbank. Der Firmenkundenchef Michael Kotzbauer über schwache Investitionen, Wachstumspläne in der Schweiz und den Widerstand gegen…

German politician Friedrich Merz and former U.S. President Donald Trump are scheduled to meet at the White House.

Noch letzten Sommer sprach der Kanzler salopp von „Drecksarbeit“, jetzt vermeidet er zugespitzte Worte zum Irankrieg und betreibt rhetorischen Eskapismus.
Europas stora länder sluter nu upp bakom Trump och USA:s allierade i Mellanöstern. På tisdag träffar Tysklands förbundskansler Donald Trump – och Friedrich Merz har ett klart plus hos presidenten.

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan told German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in a phone call that the U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran and the ensuing clashes pose a serious risk to both r...
Merz will be the first European leader to meet Trump since the start of the operation, which has blocked one of the world's key oil shipping lanes and thrown global air transport into chaos.

Chancellor Friedrich Merz is scheduled to travel to Washington for talks with President Donald Trump, amidst other domestic news in Germany.

Germany's Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul denies any intention of joining the conflict, while Chancellor Friedrich Merz condemns Iran's regime but not the military strikes by Israel and the US, and is set for talks with US President Trump.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is traveling to Washington for discussions with US President Donald Trump, scheduled for Tuesday.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz called on American and European partners to start planning for the future of Iran and the region, stating that the Iranian people deserve a better future after…

German Chancellor Merz supported the end of the Iranian regime and called for a plan "for the day after."

Die Bundesregierung zeigt Verständnis für die Angriffe auf Iran, vermeidet aber offene Unterstützung. Unterschiedliche Akzente setzen gerade die Außenpolitiker aus Union und SPD.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's comment about Germany not being 'efficient enough' after his return from China went viral in the People's Republic, where state media highlighted it despite the country's own unemployment issues.

Das erklärt der US-Präsident auf Truth Social +++ Leiche offenbar gefunden+++ Irans Roter Halbmond berichtet von 201 Toten und 747 Verletzten +++ Merz: Iran muss militärische Schläge sofort…

Po JAV ir Izraelio smūgių prieš Iraną, Vokietijos kancleris Friedrichas Merzas kalbėjosi telefonu su Izraelio premjeru Benjaminu Netanyahu.

German Chancellor Merz met with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang, but reports suggest he struggled to secure significant agreements on critical issues for German industry.
Chiara-Marie Müller is 20 and suffers from a rare disease. The path to diagnosis was long – and shows how young women in the healthcare system are often not heard.

Germany is exploring a more prominent role in European defense, including discussions about a 'nuclear umbrella,' as Chancellor Friedrich Merz aims to position Berlin at the forefront of Europe's military and industrial landscape.
A Global Times editorial suggests that Merz’s recent travel to China has positively influenced Europe’s perception of the country, potentially fostering improved relations.

Gespräche über Ausrichtung der Berlinale und Zukunft von Tuttle nach Umgang mit Nahostkonflikt. Deutscher Kanzler Merz ruft zu rascher Klärung auf

Friedrich Merz is heading to Washington for a second meeting with Donald Trump. After a harmonious start to their relationship, this time the talks could be significantly sharper.

Friedrich Merz, the German Chancellor, will visit the United States to meet with Donald Trump, aiming to present a common European position on customs duties and trade tariffs.
A visit by German politician Friedrich Merz to China is reported to have highlighted various opportunities.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited Hangzhou on Thursday, where he attended a robot exhibition and witnessed demonstrations of their skills, including dancing, fighting, and hand movements.
German Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz, during a visit to Beijing, called on the Chinese leadership to use its influence to bring an end to Russia’s war against Ukraine.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz highlights China visit and bilateral economic cooperation in social media posts Global Times

German official Merz states that Germany and China must work together to overcome existing trade disparities.
During his inaugural visit as Chancellor, Germany's Merz has pledged to strengthen ties with China.

Chancellor Merz visits the tech metropolis Hangzhou on the last day of his trip to China.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz voiced concerns about Chinese industrial overcapacity after meeting President Xi Jinping, as he seeks to rein in a trade deficit that has grown fourfold since 2020. “This dynamic is not healthy,” Merz told reporters in Beijing on Wednesday, according to Reuters. He also highlighted “risks” from the close connections between the two countries, including problems suffered by German manufacturers last year when China tightened export controls on basic computer ch...

Germany's Friedrich Merz is touring Beijing sites as part of an effort to reset diplomatic and economic ties between Germany and China.

Balancing act between power politics and business: Merz's economic focus in Beijing is irritating - especially now, when the "China shock" is hitting Germany and Beijing is exploiting dependencies.
Chinese President Xi Jinping, during a meeting in Beijing with German Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz, said that peace negotiations on Ukraine should ensure equal participation of all parties – appa

Liittokansleri Friedrich Merz haluaa kansalaisten paiskivan enemmän töitä ja hakee nyt vetoapua Kiinasta.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz became the seventh world leader to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing this year, when the two held discussions on February 25. US President Donald Trump may be next on the list, as he is scheduled to arrive in China on March 31, the first of potentially four face-to-face meetings with Xi this year. Russian leader Vladimir Putin has accepted an invitation to visit before the end of June. The rush of leaders travelling to China this year, often after l...
German leader Friedrich Merz visits China to strengthen ties, following similar visits by other European leaders, as the EU aims to shore up relationships with Beijing.

Friedrich Merz, the new German Chancellor, is attempting to overhaul defense policy by scrutinizing the allocation of colossal funds totaling 500 billion euros for armaments, aiming to redefine Germany's defense strategy.

Xi Jinping, aware of European anxiety about Trump, presents China as a stable alternative and assures that he supports an “independent and self-sufficient” Europe.

A German novel by Son Lewandowski, 'Die Routinen', explores the world of women's gymnastics, focusing on the pain endured and societal expectations.

Kinijos vadovas Xi Jinpingas susitikime su Vokietijos kancleriu Friedrichu Merzu pasisakė už derybas Ukrainos kare ir vėl susilaikė nuo tiesioginių kaltinimų Rusijai. Kinijos vyriausybės duomenimis, X
Despite existing differences, China's Xi and Germany's Merz are looking to strengthen their relationship in a turbulent global environment.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz aims to reduce Germany's dependence on China while simultaneously expanding economic and diplomatic ties with the world's second-largest economy, announcing intensive dialogue during his visit to Beijing.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz began a visit to China Wednesday aimed at resetting relations between the world’s second- and third-largest economies by urging Chinese firms to in...
Friedrich Merz, a prominent German politician, is advocating for closer economic ties with China while simultaneously urging Beijing to take a stronger stance regarding the conflict in Ukraine.

Germany and China have expressed a desire to deepen bilateral cooperation, despite existing trade tensions, as Chancellor Friedrich Merz visits Beijing.
President Xi Jinping held a meeting with German Chancellor Merz in Beijing.

Vokietijos kancleris Friedrichas Merzas trečiadienį nusileido Kinijoje – tai pirmasis jo vizitas į šalį, kuri yra didžiausia Vokietijos prekybos partnerė ir konkurentė aukštųjų technologijų srityje, k

German politicians are debating a massive drone deal, though US billionaire Peter Thiel's involvement has raised concerns. Meanwhile, Chancellor Friedrich Merz has arrived in China for a two-day trip.

Friedrich Merz, a leading German politician, is in China to discuss and deepen economic cooperation, with a meeting scheduled with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

Friedrich Merz, a prominent German politician, has arrived in China for discussions aimed at improving cooperation between the two countries.

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that Europe must be involved in any peace agreement on Ukraine, following talks with US President Donald Trump in Washington.

Er ist der erste Staatsgast bei US-Präsident Trump seit Beginn des Iran-Kriegs: Bundeskanzler Merz kam im Weißen Haus zwar kaum zu Wort, durfte sich jedoch viel Lob vom Republikaner anhören.

Chancellor Merz was the first European head of state to be received at the White House after the start of the war. In the tagesthemen, Merz defended the attack on Iran by the USA and Israel.
German Chancellor Merz states that the European Union will not accept a trade deal with the United States if it involves worse tariff terms for the EU.

AMERIČKI predsjednik Donald Trump dočekao je njemačkog kancelara Friedricha Merza u Bijeloj kući.

US President Donald Trump reaffirmed his intention to impose 15% global tariffs on imports to the US, stating he could apply them for up to five months during a meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
U.S. President Trump responded to reporters' questions on the 3rd when he met with German Chancellor Merz at the White House.

Chancellor Friedrich Merz is in the US to hold talks with President Donald Trump for the second time. The war in Iran dominated the agenda as the US and German leaders hold talks.
Merz to Discuss ‘Day After’ in Iran, Push Trump on Trade Bloomberg

Presidenti amerikan Donald Trump ka nisur takimin e tij me kancelarin gjerman Friedrich Merz, ku në fokus të bisedimeve është lufta në Iran. Trump ka vlerësuar mbështetjen e Merz.


German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is in the US for talks with President Donald Trump, with the ongoing war in Iran expected to be a primary topic of discussion.

Als eerste Europese leider sinds het begin van de oorlog in Iran bezoekt de Duitse bondskanselier Merz vandaag de Amerikaanse president Trump.

US President Donald Trump will host German Chancellor Friedrich Merz at the White House today for talks on sensitive topics, from US-Israeli attacks on Iran to Trump's new…
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has arrived in Washington – the first European leader to visit President Donald Trump since the United States and Israel launched their war against Iran. The high-stakes visit to the White House is Merz's third since taking office.

Maga figures drown out opponents of conflict with loud support for the president

He will be first European leader to visit Washington in aftermath of Iran attacks

Presidenti Donald Trump do të takohet me kancelarin gjerman Friedrich Merz në Shtëpinë e Bardhë të martën, tha një zyrtar i Shtëpisë së Bardhë për CNN.

German Chancellor's rhetoric regarding the Iran war is being scrutinized, with critics noting a shift towards avoiding strong language and an apparent 'rhetorical escapism'.
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Rabat – Merz’s will be the first European leader to meet Trump since the launch of the operation against Iran, which has blocked one of the world’s key oil shipping lanes and thrown global air…
More open China-Germany cooperation after Merz’s visit Global Times

Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has said Germany has "no intention of participating" in the conflict. Meanwhile, Chancellor Merz is set for talks with US President Trump. DW brings you the latest stories from Germany.

German Chancellor Merz's recent trips to China and the United States highlight Germany's weaknesses and raise questions about a potential geostrategic realignment for Berlin.

When The Return Flight Is The Only Goal: Merz Ends China Trip Submitted by Thomas Kolbe It took some time for the supposed difference between Annalena Baerbock’s feminist foreign…

Wird Merz Trump für die Bombardierung Irans loben? Er wird ihn kaum kritisieren. Die machtlosen Europäer sind auf das Wohlwollen Washingtons angewiesen.
Merz varuje pred rizikom eskalácie po americko izraelských úderoch na Irán. Zároveň načrtáva víziu mieru stabilného regiónu a lepšej budúcnosti pre Iráncov.
Merz’s China tightrope: Warm words, but hard questions for Beijing The Star
Francúzsko, Nemecko a Veľká Británia vydali spoločné vyhlásenie, v ktorom nekritizovali USA a Izrael za pourušenie Charty OSN útokom na Irán.

Germany faces a dilemma due to its deep economic dependence on China, a situation underscored by Chancellor Merz's visit, as decoupling from China presents significant challenges.

Many states look to the Middle East with concern. Germany, France, and Great Britain criticized Iran's counterattacks in the region.

The German Chancellor embarked on his inaugural visit to China with a large economic delegation, adopting a more conciliatory tone than anticipated, raising questions about whether this represents shrewd realpolitik or a risky rapprochement.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is set to visit former U.S. President Donald Trump, aiming for a more assertive stance, particularly regarding the dispute over American tariffs.

Federica Brignone feierte bei Olympia zwei Goldmedaillen. Nun erwägt sie wegen grosser Schmerzen ihr baldiges Karriereende.
Watching the Unitree robot performance, what was Merz thinking? Global Times

Bei seinem Peking-Besuch hat der deutsche Bundeskanzler Friedrich Merz zahlreiche Klagepunkte vorgebracht. Diese sind nicht unberechtigt, aber etwas wohlfeil.

Despite a cordial outcome, German Chancellor Merz's business trip to China highlighted ongoing concerns about a massive trade deficit and Chinese overcapacity, which remain key issues for Germany's largest trading partner.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited China’s eastern tech hub of Hangzhou on Thursday and met leading figures including those from Alibaba Group Holding and Unitree Robotics, signalling growing international recognition of the country’s robotics and artificial intelligence technologies. Merz had lunch and took group photos with local entrepreneurs, including Alibaba CEO Eddie Wu Yongming and Unitree founder and CEO Wang Xingxing, according to a social media account run by Chinese state...

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is in Beijing, saying he wants to reset ties.
The visit by Merz to China has underscored various opportunities.

Das Wichtigste aus der Wirtschaft – sachlich, auf den Punkt: Dieses Audio-Briefing filtert und verdichtet aktuelle Wirtschaftsartikel.

A video analysis suggests that Chinese President Xi Jinping's words reveal a strategy to court Europe, following German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's recent visit to Beijing and anticipating a visit from Donald Trump.

Die Memoiren der 54-jährigen Schauspielerin mit dem Titel "You with the sad eyes" erscheinen Anfang März auf Englisch

German politician Friedrich Merz, previously critical of Beijing's power ambitions, has adopted a more conciliatory tone during his visit to China, praising its industrial policy.

Premier Li Qiang has called for deeper technological cooperation with Germany and highlighted opportunities under China’s latest five-year plan – a move that could help ease tensions with the EU over the war in Ukraine and years of trade disputes. “We support bilateral flows of innovation resources between enterprises and research institutions in both countries,” Li told a symposium attended by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and more than 60 business representatives from both sides. “We can...

Chinese President Xi Jinping, meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, stated that all parties should participate equally in Ukraine peace talks, clearly implying the necessity of Europe's involvement.

Friedrich Merz announced in Beijing that the Chinese will purchase 120 new Airbus aircraft.
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Friedrich Merz, a German politician, has urged China to establish a more equitable relationship with Germany. Meanwhile, Xi Jinping positions China as a stable alternative for Europe, emphasizing support for an 'independent and self-sufficient' continent.

BEIJING: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz won a pledge by China to import more high-quality goods from Germany on Wednesday, as he visited Beijing aiming to reset relations that have been clouded by a

Germany’s Chancellor Friedrich Merz travelled to Beijing with a delicate brief: vouch for a shrinking slice of big German firms still bullish on China, while defending the growing number being squeezed. On day one of his first official visit, Merz trod the line carefully – voicing openness to resetting beleaguered bilateral ties, even while gently nudging his hosts on bugbears including subsidies, currency devaluation and Russia. A day of meetings with Chinese Premier Li Qiang, President Xi...

During his first visit to China as Chancellor, Friedrich Merz, accompanied by a large business delegation, told President Xi Jinping that he aims to deepen economic ties with China, which is Germany's largest trading partner.
The German Football League (DFL) and China Media Group (CMG) agreed to continue their long-standing partnership on Wednesday during German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit to Beijing. Both sides signed a joint memorandum of understanding to extend their TV contract and also agreed on further areas of cooperation, including the promotion of young football talent.

German politicians approved, with some changes, a massive drone deal, despite concerns about US billionaire Peter Thiel's involvement. Meanwhile, Chancellor Merz has arrived in China. DW has the latest.
Xi meets Merz, putting forward three suggestions for further development of China-Germany relations Global Times

Friedrich Merz said it would be a mistake to "decouple" Germany from China shortly before boarding a plane to Beijing.

Chancellor Friedrich Merz laid out his complaints in a frank message to his hosts on a trip to Beijing that China had designed to showcase their relationship.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, on his first visit to Beijing, emphasized the need for a new chapter in Germany-China relations and deeper economic ties, amidst US trade tensions.

Friedrich Merz said he saw a "great opportunity" for the industrial exporters, while Xi Jinping called for "enhanced strategic cooperation." China has been courting Western leaders amid Trump's trade tensions.
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Chinese President Xi Jinping met with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, calling for increased communication and trust to advance China-Germany relations amidst global uncertainties.
During his visit to China, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz emphasized the need for fair cooperation and strengthening economic ties at the European level, while Beijing called for the protection of global trade.
Chinese President Xi Jinping has urged German politician Friedrich Merz to cooperate on artificial intelligence in an effort to strengthen ties between the two nations.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited Beijing to deepen cooperation with China, as Europe's largest economy seeks to rebalance its relationship with the world's second superpower.
Mr. Merz is the latest in a parade of world leaders to visit Beijing as China seeks support from other nations to push back against Trump's use of tariffs to demand concessions from trading partners

The new Jetten cabinet in the Netherlands is scheduled to hold a debate with the House of Representatives.