Merz Vows Stronger, Modern Germany
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Incoming German Chancellor Friedrich Merz promises economic strengthening through investment and tax cuts, aiming for a modernized and safer Germany. He envisions a more active global role for Germany, emphasizing partnership rather than arrogance. His plans include a €1 trillion stimulus package for defense, infrastructure, and climate protection, countering economic challenges including the US trade war and high energy prices. Merz hopes for a new transatlantic free-trade agreement.
Incoming German Chancellor Friedrich Merz promises economic strengthening through investment and tax cuts, aiming for a modernized and safer Germany. He envisions a more active global role for Germany, emphasizing partnership rather than arrogance. His plans include a €1 trillion stimulus package for defense, infrastructure, and climate protection, countering economic challenges including the US trade war and high energy prices. Merz hopes for a new transatlantic free-trade agreement.
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