It is the first time, the two leaders are meeting in person amid rising international issues.

'Tariffs, defence, Ukraine-war & more': Trump meets Germany's chancellor at White house - Here's what all they discussed

Initially, Merz failed to secure the majority needed in the Bundestag after falling short of six votes, which proved to be a significant blow. World

Friedrich Merz becomes next German chancellor, wins parliamentary vote in second attempt

World: Despite leading a coalition with a parliamentary majority, Merz only gained 310 votes, six short of the 316 required in the 630-seat chamber.

German coalition in crisis as Merz humiliated in first vote for chancellor, second vote expected

German lawmakers will vote Tuesday on a massive spending boost for defence and infrastructure proposed by chancellor-in-waiting Friedrich Merz. Watch in for more details!

German parliament to vote on spending bill

Germany's conservative leader Friedrich Merz, who came out on top in the snap election results, is aiming to close a coalition agreement with outgoing Chancellor Olaf Scholz's SPD, which came third in the elections. Watch in for more details!

Germany Election: Friedrich Merz to 'intensify' coalition talks with SPD

Friedrich Merz, who is likely to be the country’s next chancellor, has stated that Europe must work towards achieving independence from the United States. His remarks come after his center-right alliance's victory in the parliamentary elections, amid growing doubts over U.S. President Donald Trump’s commitment to Europe’s security. Watch in for more details!

Germany's chancellor Merz calls for Europe's 'independence' from US

World: The German leader revealed that he had a "lengthy" discussion with French President Emmanuel Macron, who was en route to Washington to meet Trump.

Merz prioritises Germany’s strong ties with US but prepares for ‘worst case scenario’

Chancellor Olaf Scholz, of the center-left Social Democrats (SPD), and his main rival, Friedrich Merz, of the conservative Christian Democratic Union (CDU), have faced off in the first major debate in the lead-up to Germany's federal election. Watch this report for more details!

Germany: Chancellor candidates debate ahead of polls

Conservative leader Friedrich Merz's bloc maintained a substantial lead in the latest campaign polls as Germany enters the crucial final month of electioneering. Watch this report for more details!

Germany: One month to elections, after Scholz govt collapse

Merkel's Christian Democrats party votes for new leader, new era in Germany

Favoured Merkel successor vows to pursue chancellor's path

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