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Friedrich Merz Set to Become Chancellor as Germany Seals Coalition Deal

Germany's conservative CDU/CSU alliance and the center-left SPD have finalized a coalition agreement, clearing the path for Friedrich Merz to become the next chancellor.

The deal comes after six and a half weeks of negotiations and aims to address key issues such as economic growth and migration. The new government faces immediate pressure to respond to global challenges, including a potential trade war and shifting U.S. policies under President Trump. The coalition seeks to stabilize Germany's leadership at a critical time for both the country and Europe.

Merz's leadership marks a significant political shift and is expected to influence Germany's domestic and foreign policy direction.

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Coalition Deal in Germany Clears Way for Friedrich Merz to Become Chancellor

https://nytimes.com

The agreement was concluded relatively quickly but still took about six and half weeks, during which the country had been virtually rudderless at a critical moment for Europe.

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Germany’s Merz seals coalition deal under pressure to face challenges posed by Trump

https://politico.eu

The U.S. president’s tariffs and stance on Ukraine pressed the incoming chancellor to quickly form a stable government capable of responding.

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