Articles tagged with: Friedrich Merz
Newsletter: EU unity fractures — again
06 Mar Foreign & Security Policy
Newsletter: EU unity fractures — again
The EU’s response to Trump’s military strikes on Iran has been a blend of caution, platitudes and half-hearted support.
Newsletter: A two-speed EU?
13 Feb Member States
Newsletter: A two-speed EU?
European leaders met Thursday for talks on how to jumpstart the bloc's economy.
Essay: Why Germany is losing the war at home
17 Jun 25 Member States
Essay: Why Germany is losing the war at home
Despite Chancellor Friedrich Merz's rearmament bravado, youth has lost trust in the state and doesn't want to fight.
German rearmament tests time, money and resolve
23 May 25 Member States
German rearmament tests time, money and resolve
As Germany prepares to spend 5% of GDP on defence, Chancellor Friedrich Merz must overcome scepticism both within his governing coalition and in the country at large.
Merz eyes defence buildup, economic reboot and stricter migration
04 Mar 25 Foreign & Security Policy
Merz eyes defence buildup, economic reboot and stricter migration
Friedrich Merz, leader of Germany's CDU/CSU parliamentary bloc, is set to lead the next government after his party came first in recent elections. He says only he can strengthen Germany and Europe, but at what cost?