Chancellor Friedrich Merz has assured EU and NATO leaders of Germany's renewed commitment to playing an active role in European governance. Meeting with top officials in Brussels on his second international trip since taking office, Merz expressed a decisive shift from the previous government, advocating for a stronger German voice in EU policymaking. This comes as German politics faces scrutiny due to ongoing investigations into corruption within the far-right AfD party, adding complexity to the current political landscape.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz emphasized that under his leadership, Germany has regained its influential role within the European Union, signaling a shift from his predecessor's policies.
Merz criticized former Chancellor Olaf Scholz for a perceived silence in European policy and has vowed to ensure Germany's voice is actively contributing to EU discussions.
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