Friedrich Merz, the incoming German chancellor from the CDU/CSU, underscored the necessity for Germany to reaffirm its leadership role in the European Union during a party meeting in Berlin. He expressed concern over threats posed by Russia's war on Ukraine and the rise of far-right movements within Germany. Merz committed to supporting Ukraine while also addressing domestic issues, including irregular immigration. He warned that failure to meet voter expectations could jeopardize Germany's governance, reflecting a critical assessment of the current political climate following his coalition government's formation set for May 6th.
Friedrich Merz emphasized Germany's readiness to take a leadership role in the EU, highlighting the threats from Russia and the rise of the far right domestically.
Merz cautioned that government must respond effectively to voter demands to avoid a situation where governance becomes impossible.
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