Merz
Friedrich Merz is a prominent German politician and member of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU). He has served in various leadership roles within the party and is known for his conservative stance on economic and immigration issues. Recently, Merz has been in the news for his acceptance of far-right votes in the context of immigration policy, reflecting the shifting political landscape in Germany as the country prepares for upcoming elections.
Born on Feb 25, 1956 (69 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | 6 | 5.00 | 0.54% | +30% | 83,783,942 | 585,587 | $3,845,000 | 26,874$ |
| Switzerland | 2 | 5.50 | 0.18% | +20% | 8,654,622 | 18,986 | $700,000 | 1,536$ |
| Italy | 2 | 6.50 | 0.18% | +0% | 60,461,826 | 109,038 | $2,000,000 | 3,607$ |
| Denmark | 2 | 5.00 | 0.18% | +0% | 5,792,202 | 10,697 | $350,000 | 646$ |
| Luxembourg | 1 | 7.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 625,978 | 608 | $73,000 | 71$ |
| San Marino | 1 | 6.00 | 0.12% | +0% | 33,938 | 40 | $2,000 | 2$ |
| China | 1 | 8.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 1,402,112,000 | 883,498 | $14,000,000 | 8,822$ |
| Hong Kong | 1 | 7.00 | 0.13% | +0% | 7,500,700 | 9,399 | $370,000 | 464$ |
| Totals | 16 | 1,568,965,208 | 1,617,853 | $21,340,000 | 42,022$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Germany:
Merz benefits from the positive momentum created by Söder at the CSU party convention.
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Switzerland:
Merz is involved in the rearmament efforts in Germany under his chancellorship.
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Denmark:
Merz is ranked third in influence in Europe according to Politico.
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Denmark:
Merz is ranked third in influence after Mette Frederiksen and Donald Trump.
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Hong Kong:
Merz has been in close interaction with Chinese leaders since the establishment of the new German government.
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China:
Chancellor Merz discussed strategic guidance for deepening China-Germany relations with Xi Jinping.
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Luxembourg:
Chancellor Merz secures a majority in the Bundestag.
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San Marino:
The German Chancellor Merz made it clear that he would support Berlin's withdrawal from the contest if Israel was not participating.
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Germany:
Merz is mentioned as a Chancellor who might prevent the collapse of Ukraine during a dinner.
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Germany:
Merz is the Chancellor who is trying to convince his faction members regarding the pension package.
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