Merz vows to keep US on board on Ukraine and strengthen Germany's military and economy
Wednesday, 14 May 2025 () Chancellor Friedrich Merz pledged to strengthen transatlantic relations, particularly with the US, to maintain a united front on Ukraine. He aims to build Europe's strongest conventional army through sustained defense spending and revitalize Germany's economy to drive European growth. Merz emphasized reliability and predictability in Germany's European policy, moving away from past abstentions.
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Wednesday, 14 May 2025 ()
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