Merz

Merz

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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.

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Merz is a German politician whose position on Ukraine's EU membership is supported by Italy.

Ucraina in regola per entrare in Europa. Ma lo «sprint» spaventa gli Stati membri
Corriere della Sera·ItalyItaly· 2026-06-01
5.0

The German Chancellor Merz stated that Russia wants to escalate the situation.

Romania, caduto drone russo: cosa sappiamo. Espulso il console russo
Corriere della Sera·ItalyItaly· 2026-05-29
6.0

Merz is noted for sharing the necessity of working together with Meloni to address the crisis.

Meloni: valutiamo l'introduzione delle accise mobili per frenare i prezzi della benzina
Corriere della Sera·ItalyItaly· 2026-03-07
7.0

Merz is depicted as someone who has developed negative opinions about Trump.

Il Caffè di Massimo Gramellini | Un’ora da Sánchez | Il Caffè di Massimo Gramellini
Corriere della Sera·ItalyItaly· 2026-03-05
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Merz is criticized for not defending allies during Trump's tirades against Spain and Britain.

News am Morgen - Nachrichten vom 04. März 2026 - Politik
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2026-03-04
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Merz received a friendly slap from Trump in Washington.

Merz holte sich in Washington von Trump einen freundschaftlichen Klaps ab - International
Der Standard·AustriaAustria· 2026-03-03
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Trump

Merz met with Donald Trump in Washington to discuss the situation.

Iran, colpita assemblea che stava eleggendo il successore di Khamenei
San Marino RTV (News)·San MarinoSan Marino· 2026-03-03
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Merz is the first Western leader to visit China in the Year of the Horse.

第一观察 | 中国元首外交传递信心与力量 _光明网
Guangming Daily·ChinaChina· 2026-02-27
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Merz is the first Western leader to visit China in the Year of the Horse.

第一观察 | 中国元首外交传递信心与力量--时政--人民网
People's Daily·ChinaChina· 2026-02-27
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Chancellor Merz is the first foreign leader to visit China in the Year of the Horse.

时政新闻眼丨新年以来,习近平主席密集会见这些访华领导人 _光明网
Guangming Daily·ChinaChina· 2026-02-27
8.0

Merz is the first Western leader to visit China in the Year of the Horse.

第一观察 | 中国元首外交传递信心与力量 _光明网
Guangming Daily·ChinaChina· 2026-02-27
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German Chancellor Merz is making his first official visit to China since taking office.

专栏丨德企“抢名额”随行访华,说明了什么 _光明网
Guangming Daily·ChinaChina· 2026-02-25
8.0

Chancellor Merz expressed his commitment to deepening economic relations between Germany and China during his visit.

李强同德国总理默茨会谈 --时政--人民网
People's Daily·ChinaChina· 2026-02-25
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Merz expressed his honor in being the first government leader received by Xi Jinping in the Year of the Horse.

习近平:以中德关系的稳定性和活力为中欧关系谋合作 为动荡世界谋大同 _光明网
Guangming Daily·ChinaChina· 2026-02-25
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Xi Jinping

Merz stated that Germany and China are important economic partners with a vibrant bilateral trade relationship.

李强出席中德经济顾问委员会座谈会--时政--人民网
People's Daily·ChinaChina· 2026-02-25
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Li Qiang
Wu Zhenglong
Wu Zhenglong

German Chancellor Merz visited China for an official meeting with President Xi Jinping.

习近平会见德国总理默茨 _光明网
Guangming Daily·ChinaChina· 2026-02-25
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Xi Jinping
Xi Jinping

Merz is the German Chancellor who emphasized the importance of deepening economic relations with China during his visit.

李强同德国总理默茨会谈--时政--人民网
People's Daily·ChinaChina· 2026-02-25
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Merz alluded to the need to rescue the alliance with the United States and refound NATO.

Múnich y el fin del orden liberal: ¿sobrevivirá la OTAN a la era Trump?
La Nación – main Costa Rican daily, est. 1946·Costa RicaCosta Rica· 2026-02-25
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German Chancellor Merz arrived in Beijing to begin a two-day official visit to China.

德国总理默茨抵达北京开始访华 高规格经贸代表团随行--国际--人民网
People's Daily·ChinaChina· 2026-02-25
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Xi Jinping
Xi Jinping
Li Qiang
Li Qiang

Chancellor Merz honors Süssmuth as 'quite uncomfortable' and ahead of her time.

News am Abend - Nachrichten vom 24. Februar 2026 - Politik
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2026-02-24
7.0

Brantner urged Merz to prove who is really in charge and implement the proposed measures.

Deutschland: Grüne für CDU-Vorschlag zu Social-Media-Verbot, CSU skeptisch - Politik
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2026-02-23
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Merz is involved in the CDU's search for clarity on future topics.

Merz merkelt: Die CDU sucht weiter Klarheit bei den Zukunftsthemen - Meinung
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2026-02-23
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Merkel

Merz is involved in discussions about the next Federal President of Germany.

Merz und Klingbeil planen Vorschlag für Steinmeier-Nachfolge: Wer wird Bundespräsidentin? - Politik
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2026-02-22
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Chancellor Merz is expected to be re-elected at the CDU party conference.

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Kathimerini·GreeceGreece· 2026-02-20
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Kanzler Merz is considering a social media ban for children and teenagers.

News am Morgen - Nachrichten vom 18. Februar 2026 - Politik
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2026-02-18
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Merz delivered a significant speech reinforcing Germany's power in NATO and the EU.

Nicușor Dan, absent de la München, în timp ce Maia Sandu a avut întâlniri cu greutate. Capcana marginalizării
Adevărul·RomaniaRomania· 2026-02-16
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German Chancellor Merz stated that the international system is not only under attack but has ceased to exist.

第62届慕安会在跨大西洋分歧中闭幕--国际--人民网
People's Daily·ChinaChina· 2026-02-15
4.0

Merz is the German chancellor who has made statements about the relationship between Europe and America.

Giorgia Meloni: «Ue e Usa insieme. Non condivido le critiche alla cultura Maga»
Corriere della Sera·ItalyItaly· 2026-02-15
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Merz's latest proposal suggests a year of mandatory service for both men and women, stirring public debate.

Index - Külföld - Kérdőív ma, behívó holnap – Németország a sorkatonaság felé sodródik?
Index.hu·HungaryHungary· 2026-02-14
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