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Merz’s China policy: Grand announcements, modest results so far

One year on, business leaders, observers and the opposition are assessing the Merz administration’s China policy. Despite numerous initiatives, there remains a wide gap between aspirations and reality.

Manuel Liu
05. May 2026
Friedrich Merz Xi Jinping China
In February, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz made his inaugural visit to China. (picture alliance / ASSOCIATED PRESS | Li Xiang)

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Last updated: 05. May 2026

Federal Government
Friedrich Merz
Johann Wadephul
Foreign policy
Diplomacy