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)
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | 8 | 4.88 | 0.45% | +50% | 83,783,942 | 568,027 | $3,845,000 | 26,068$ |
| Greece | 3 | 5.67 | 0.16% | +10% | 10,423,054 | 18,267 | $190,000 | 333$ |
| Romania | 3 | 5.67 | 0.15% | +0% | 19,237,691 | 29,764 | $250,000 | 387$ |
| Slovakia | 2 | 6.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 5,459,642 | 5,687 | $110,000 | 115$ |
| Luxembourg | 2 | 4.50 | 0.14% | +0% | 625,978 | 892 | $73,000 | 104$ |
| Australia | 2 | 6.50 | 0.11% | +0% | 25,499,884 | 26,814 | $1,380,000 | 1,451$ |
| Sweden | 2 | 7.50 | 0.10% | +10% | 10,099,265 | 11,476 | $530,000 | 602$ |
| Austria | 2 | 5.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 9,006,398 | 9,285 | $450,000 | 464$ |
| San Marino | 2 | 5.00 | 0.20% | +0% | 33,938 | 67 | $2,000 | 4$ |
| Switzerland | 1 | 4.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 5,638 | $700,000 | 456$ |
| Denmark | 1 | 5.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 5,792,202 | 3,267 | $350,000 | 197$ |
| Czech Republic | 1 | 3.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 10,708,981 | 5,520 | $245,000 | 126$ |
| Bulgaria | 1 | 6.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 6,948,445 | 7,112 | $69,000 | 71$ |
| Italy | 1 | 4.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 60,461,826 | 31,263 | $2,000,000 | 1,034$ |
| Turkey | 1 | 5.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 84,339,067 | 44,837 | $720,000 | 383$ |
| Hong Kong | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 7,500,700 | 7,063 | $370,000 | 348$ |
| Totals | 33 | 348,575,635 | 774,979 | $11,284,000 | 32,143$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Turkey:
Merz attempted to flatter Trump during a visit but ended up creating an awkward situation.
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Hong Kong:
Merz met with Trump to discuss various issues, including Musk's criticism of the bill.
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Sweden:
Merz expressed extreme satisfaction after a friendly meeting with Trump.
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Romania:
Merz has decided on Germany's collaboration for arms production in Ukraine.
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Germany:
The Merz government is questioned on whether it would be forced to change its stance due to the court's ruling.
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Italy:
The court's decision is a stop to the migration policies initiated by Merz.
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Germany:
Merz is mentioned as having a phone conversation with Netanyahu regarding the situation in the Middle East.
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Denmark:
Merz is mentioned as someone who will meet with Donald Trump.
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Sweden:
Zelenskyy's visit to Berlin is the first since Merz took office as Chancellor.
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Slovakia:
German Chancellor Merz suggested that if Hungary and Slovakia do not stop behaving like Soviet republics, they may lose EU funds.
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