Who Is Germany’s New Chancellor Friedrich Merz?
Friedrich Merz’s coalition, comprising CDU and its Bavarian ally, the Christian Social Union (CSU), secured the largest vote ...
Germany's options: A tough leadership test awaits the new chancellor
Much of Mr Merz's leadership of Europe, however, depends on how fast he can revive Germany's economy ...
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Germany’s Scholz to remain in politics as backbencher after defeat
Following a historic election defeat for his centre-left Social Democrats (SPD), German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said on Monday that he plans to carry out his work as head of government “properly to the ...
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Germany's Merkel congratulates former rival Merz on election victory
Former German chancellor Angela Merkel has congratulated conservative leader Friedrich Merz on his victory in Sunday's ...
Friedrich Merz’s party’s victory in German election brings bleak prospect of headaches and endless to-do lists
Uncertain outlook in Berlin as man who is likely to be next chancellor has to convince sceptical voters he can deliver change ...
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Conservatives win German elections Friedrich Merz set to lead
The Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and its Bavarian sister party, the Christian Social Union (CSU), have emerged victorious in Germany’s snap parliamentary elections, dealing a significant blow to ...
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Centrist coalition, more debt: Merz rushes to lock in a deal
The squeeze of the centre creates a pressing headache for Merz regarding the delivery of his core promise to bolster Germany’s defence.