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Friedrich Merz
Friedrich Merz is the chairman of Germany's center-right Christian Democratic Union (CDU).
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Germany passes bill to speed up asylum procedures
The CDU/CSU opposition conservative bloc voted against the bill, which was backed by all three ruling coalition parties.
German conservatives find new strength in post-Merkel times
Germany's conservative alliance of CDU and CSU, so long used to running the country, has found unity in opposition.
Scholz criticized over China's Cosco bid in Hamburg port
The German leader has reportedly backed a controversial deal greenlighting Chinese investment in Hamburg port.
Social Democrats win Lower Saxony election
The SPD, the party of Chancellor Olaf Scholz, have emerged as the strongest force in the state of Lower Saxony.
Regional election a test for Germany's federal government
Germany's last regional election of 2022 promises to be a poll on Olaf Scholz's first year as chancellor.
Merkel speaks at new, contentious Helmut Kohl Foundation
Angela Merkel lauded Kohl's legacy at a new foundation named after him, while his widow threatened legal action.
CDU boss laments Ukraine 'welfare tourism' jab
The leader of Germany's CDU Friedrich Merz was slammed by other parties over comments he made about Ukrainian refugees.
Germany voices anxiety over Italian right's win
Politicians across the ideological spectrum in Germany have expressed concern about Giorgia Meloni's electoral success.
Germany's CDU battles over its soul
Germany's conservatives are leading in the polls. And they are debating hard over their future.
Angela Merkel's party struggles with her legacy
Germany's largest opposition party has seen its fortunes rise again lately. But what is its plan to return to power?
Germany seeks way out of energy and inflation crisis
Is the €65-billion relief package enough to cushion Germans against rising energy and food price hikes?
Germany's Scholz and opposition leader spar in budget debate
Conservative opposition leader Friedrich Merz called the government's energy plan "madness" amid inflated prices.
German politician 'not wanted' in Ukraine after war remarks
The Premier of Saxony, Michael Kretschmer's suggestion that the war in Ukraine be "frozen" drew an angry retort.
Most Germans dissatisfied with Scholz govt: survey
Chancellor Olaf Scholz and his coalition have fallen to their lowest popularity ratings since taking office in December.
Scholz reaction to Abbas' Holocaust remarks draws criticism
The International Auschwitz Committee and the Central Council of Jews have blasted Scholz over his initial response.
CDU leader pulls out of right-wing US-German political forum
Keynote speaker Friedrich Merz dropped out following criticism of the ultra-right guest list.
Warsaw is 'not satisfied' with Berlin
The sentiment was expressed by Poland's prime minister, citing Warsaw's frustration over Germany's dithering on Ukraine.
German opposition leader defends private flight
CDU leader Friedrich Merz piloted a flight to the wedding of Finance Minister Christian Lindner.
Germans' support for Russia sanctions steady — can it last?
Russia is supplying less gas and energy prices are rising. Can solidarity with Ukraine endure as life gets tougher?
Germany: Top court rules against Merkel in AfD spat
The AfD party had sued the former chancellor over remarks they claimed interfered with their right to fair competition.
Germans worry about war and inflation
The German government is supporting Ukraine, battling inflation, and combatting climate change. Are voters happy?
Coalition government, CDU agree military spending hike
The plan to spend €100 billion was sparked by the war in Ukraine and will help Berlin meet its NATO commitment.
Olaf Scholz reeling after NRW election defeat
The German chancellor has suffered a blow: Despite his support, the SPD saw a historic defeat in North Rhine-Westphalia.
Germany: Scholz's party defeated in key NRW election
Germany's Christian Democratic Union won the largest share of the vote in the North Rhine-Westphalia state election.
Germany's largest state holds pivotal election
Amidst the twin crises of war in Ukraine and an energy crunch, North Rhine-Westphalia is heading to the polls in Sunday.
Germany's CDU wins Schleswig-Holstein election
The conservative CDU has won by a wide margin in the northern state of Schleswig-Holstein.
Germany warns prices may spike as Russia sanctions tighten
The government warns that a planned EU oil embargo could cause supply problems and even higher inflation.
German opposition leader meets Zelenskyy after Scholz snub
Friedrich Merz, who leads the conservative CDU, travelled to Ukraine after Chancellor Scholz refused to do so.
A trip to Kyiv and German party politics
German opposition leader Friedrich Merz is visiting Ukraine's capital, a move some have criticized as a PR stunt.
Germany's opposition party, the CDU, takes another beating
The conservatives have suffered a resounding defeat after appointing a new leader. How does it bode for the future?
Germany: SPD maintains winning streak in Saarland vote
The Social Democrats have won the regional election for the first time in over 20 years, gaining 45% of the vote.
Germany: AfD nominates member of CDU for president
The conservatives responded by suspending Max Otte from the party until further notice.
Germany's major election year 2022
The high-flying SPD wants to consolidate their power, the conservative CDU needs to win back lost voters.
Friedrich Merz to lead Germany's CDU
Members of the Christian Democratic Union have chosen Friedrich Merz over two other candidates to chair the party.
Who is Olaf Scholz, Germany's new chancellor?
Social Democrat Olaf Scholz has a lot of experience with political top jobs, but has often been underestimated.
Where now for the post-Merkel CDU?
Three candidates are in the running to take over as the next leader of the CDU. But what are their chances?
30 years of Merkel portraits
Now a book, Herlinde Koelbl's series of portraits follow Merkel's years as Germany's first female chancellor.
The tricky process of electing new party leaders
German Christian Democrats want members to choose the next party leader directly. But this could backfire.
Angela Merkel: 16 years as German chancellor
DW looks back at some major moments in her long tenure.
Most Germans in favor of mandatory COVID vaccine
For the first time, more than half of Germans surveyed are in favor of making the COVID-19 vaccine mandatory.
Germany: Hendrik Wüst to take helm of most populous state
He'll be responsible for everyday services in a region with a population larger than that of the Netherlands.
Germany: Armin Laschet steps down as NRW state premier
The 60-year-old has served as the head of Germany's most populous state since 2017.
Germany: CDU chief Laschet takes rap for election debacle
Armin Laschet, the leader of Angela Merkel's CDU, says he will quit as head of Germany's most-populous state.
Soul searching in Germany's CDU
Swiftly and brutally open — that's how Angela Merkel's venerable party wants to overcome its current crisis.
Germany: Survey shows favor for Scholz amid coalition talks
Support for the SPD's Olaf Scholz has continued to grow among German voters, according to a new survey.
Germany: CDU enthusiastic after meeting with Greens
CDU leader Armin Laschet said the parties' differences were "not insurmountable," but the Greens did not appear as sure.
German parties extend coalition talks
A week after Germany's parliamentary election, the main four parties are starting formal coalition talks.
Bundestag could use more women
Melina Grundmann
Just one-third of the members in Germany's newly elected parliament are women. That's not representative of our society.
Greens to let members vote on coalition deal
Germany's Green Party came third in last week's election and have already begun talks with potential partners.
How do young voters see their country's political future?
After the election nearly all parties are promising change and a fresh start. But how do young people see their country's political future? Guests; Valerie Höhne (Der Spiegel), Raghida Bahnam (Freelance Jounalist), Benjamin Alvarez (DW)
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