Friedrich Merz is set to become the next Chancellor of Germany after winning the early election on February 23, 2025. A veteran politician from Sauerland, western Germany, Merz previously served in the European Parliament (1989) and later in the Bundestag, earning a reputation as a strong speaker.
He is known for advocating liberal economic policies, nuclear power, and reducing bureaucracy. After a period in the private sector, he returned to politics in 2022 and became the leader of the CDU. His victory represents a conservative shift in German politics, with a focus on economic growth and stricter migration policies.
Germany faces economic stagnation and migration concerns, and Merz’s leadership is expected to address these challenges with pro-business reforms and deregulation.
