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Chancellor Merz: Europe Must Act to Preserve Independence

10/17/2025

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz warned that Europe risks losing its independence to global economic powers unless swift reforms are implemented.
Speaking in parliament, he urged the EU to boost competitiveness, cut bureaucracy, and push trade deals with Mercosur to spur growth amid Germany's struggles.
He criticized the EU for failing to implement existing proposals and warned Europe could become subordinate to major economies in Asia and America.

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz warned that Europe risks losing its independence to global economic powers unless swift reforms are implemented.
Speaking in parliament, he urged the EU to boost competitiveness, cut bureaucracy, and push trade deals with Mercosur to spur growth amid Germany's struggles.
He criticized the EU for failing to implement existing proposals and warned Europe could become subordinate to major economies in Asia and America.