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Germany’s Leader Merz Delivers a Blunt Warning to China on Trade

25 février 2026 à 17:46
Chancellor Friedrich Merz laid out his complaints in a frank message to his hosts on a trip to Beijing that China had designed to showcase their relationship.

© Pool photo by Michael Kappeler

President Xi Jinping of China greets Chancellor Friedrich Merz of Germany ahead of their meeting at the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse in Beijing on Wednesday.

Germany’s Leader Heads to China and Walks a Tightrope Between Xi and Trump

24 février 2026 à 18:53
Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s trip will test his ability to address tensions between the countries, at a time of strain between Europe and Washington.

© Kenny Holston/The New York Times

Chancellor Friedrich Merz of Germany arriving at a meeting at the White House last year. Mr. Merz will visit China for the first time since he became chancellor last May, testing his ability to balance ties between Berlin and Beijing.
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