中美“G2”刷屏全球！德国却急了，喊话白宫：不能这样对欧盟

Group 1 - The term "G2" has become a hot topic on global social media, referring to the economic interactions and competition between China and the United States, which is now a focal point for the international community [1] - The U.S. has openly stated that actions taken by China and the U.S. will dictate the direction of the global economy, prompting a strong reaction from Europe [1] - German Chancellor Merz emphasized that Europe cannot allow China and the U.S. to unilaterally determine the future of technology, highlighting concerns about being marginalized in the global tech industry [1] Group 2 - In July, the U.S. pressured the EU into an agreement that included a 15% tariff standard and a commitment to invest $600 billion in the U.S., while also purchasing significant amounts of U.S. energy products [3] - The U.S. has since reached a consensus with China to cancel or suspend some tariffs, leading to feelings of being "fooled" among European leaders, who perceive themselves as having been taken advantage of [3] - Europe's current passive situation stems from its reliance on the U.S. and NATO for security, resulting in a lack of independent defense capabilities, which hampers its position in international negotiations [3] Group 3 - The EU has historically sought to benefit from globalization but has been reluctant to invest adequately in upgrading its industrial capabilities, contributing to its current vulnerabilities [3] - The EU's leadership, particularly under Ursula von der Leyen, has been criticized for being too weak in negotiations with the U.S., exacerbating Europe's passive stance [3] - Experts had previously warned that the tariff agreement with the U.S. was essentially a means for the U.S. to economically exploit the EU, a view that is increasingly being validated [3] Group 4 - Despite having some advantages in technology and talent, the EU remains at a significant disadvantage compared to the industrial chain advantages held by China and the U.S. [5] - Merz's proposal to increase R&D investment to 3.5% of GDP is seen as insufficient to fundamentally address the underlying issues facing the EU [5]