US Edition'Coming home': Merz signals Germany back in EU driving seat
- On May 9, 2025, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz made his first visit to Brussels since taking office, meeting top EU and NATO leaders to reaffirm Germany’s role in the union.
- Merz’s visit followed months of political turbulence in Berlin and aimed to reset Germany’s EU priorities amid challenges like trade tensions, migration, and defense.
- He emphasized supporting new trade deals, de-escalating US tariffs, balancing climate and industry, curbing migration, and bolstering European defense while coordinating closely with EU institutions and neighbors.
- At a joint press conference, Merz expressed a deep personal connection to Brussels and Europe, emphasizing that Germany intends to take on a strong and proactive role within the EU.
- The visit signals Germany’s renewed leadership in Europe, endorsing fiscal rule relaxation to allow hundreds of billions in defense spending amid Russia’s threat and a complex transatlantic landscape.
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'Coming home': Merz signals Germany back in EU driving seat
Germany's Friedrich Merz made clear Friday that Berlin was back at the European top table, ready to help steer the bloc at a time of dizzying challenges, as the new chancellor made his maiden visit to Brussels.
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