Germany's economic policy takes center stage, with export-reliant Germany prioritized, according to Friedrich Merz's stance on foreign policy.

In a series of recent statements, Chancellor Friedrich Merz has outlined his vision for the future of Germany's economy and foreign policy. The current state of the welfare state, according to Merz, is "no longer sustainable." This sentiment echoes concerns that have persisted for the past decade and have been a major issue for the past three years.

The issues in the German economy, Merz has stated, are not just cyclical but also structural. This means that they are deeply rooted and will require profound and far-reaching solutions. To address these problems, the German government under Merz aims to teach children in Germany to save again, emphasizing the importance of financial literacy for the future of the economy.

Germany, an export-oriented country, requires a focus on foreign policy, Merz has said. He has expressed the need for Germany to become more economically and militarily independent, while also being present abroad, not just economically, but also politically. This immediate program includes additional depreciation options for companies, with economic policy being the priority for the current federal government.

In terms of foreign policy, Merz has emphasized the importance of this area in the first 100 days of his administration. He has stated that while they could have negotiated harder, the trade agreement between the EU and the USA, as described by Merz, is "reasonably acceptable." This agreement, he believes, prevented an escalating trade war.

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Chancellor Merz has also highlighted the task of recovering from the recession in Germany as greater than many had anticipated. He has rejected calls from the SPD for tax increases for the wealthy, instead focusing on measures to stimulate economic growth and create jobs.

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In conclusion, Chancellor Merz's statements indicate a focus on addressing the structural issues in the German economy, promoting financial literacy among children, and emphasizing the importance of foreign policy for an export-oriented country like Germany. His administration's immediate program includes additional depreciation options for companies, with economic policy being the priority for the current federal government.

Germany's economic policy takes center stage, with export-reliant Germany prioritized, according to Friedrich Merz's stance on foreign policy.