Group 1 - Germany's Chancellor Merz is seeking to strengthen economic ties with China amid rising tensions with the U.S. and new tariffs imposed by Trump, indicating a shift in Germany's foreign policy focus [1][3] - The upcoming visit to China from February 24 to 26 includes a business delegation from major companies like BMW and Siemens, aiming to establish a strategic partnership and ensure fair competition for German businesses in China [3][4] - Germany's economic growth is projected to be only 1.2% in 2025, highlighting the country's reliance on the Chinese market, especially as exports to the U.S. have declined by 5% due to tariffs [3][4] Group 2 - The trade relationship between Germany and China is significant, with projected trade volume reaching €254 billion by 2025, where China exports machinery and automobiles to Germany, while Germany exports chemicals and auto parts [3][4] - Merz's approach reflects a pragmatic strategy to reduce dependency on the U.S. supply chain while recognizing the necessity of maintaining strong ties with China for economic stability [4][8] - The political landscape in Germany is also shifting, with rumors of former Chancellor Merkel potentially returning to politics, which may impact Merz's leadership and the current government's reform efforts [6][8]
美国靠不住，德国总理通告全球，下周访问中国，默克尔重出江湖？
Sou Hu Cai Jing·2026-02-23 10:13