Despite differences, China’s Xi and Germany’s Merz seek to deepen ties in turbulent times

China and Germany have pledged to deepen ties despite differences over Russia’s war in Ukraine. German Chancellor Friedrich ...

German firms reaffirm China as key to growth, saying that ignoring its market means missing out

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz speaks at the airport on February 24, 2026 before setting off his inaugural trip to China Photo: German government website . German companies have ...