Germany’s Leader Heads to China and Walks a Tightrope Between Xi and Trump NYT Par : Jim Tankersley and David Pierson 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 TimesChancellor 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.