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news Dw English 2026-05-12

Germany's Merz Faces Boos While Advocating Economic Reform Amid Inflation

German leader Friedrich Merz was booed while urging economic reform and austerity, as rising inflation, driven by energy prices, impacts the country. DW reports on the latest developments.


Chancellor Friedrich Merz says Germany must buckle down to ensure economic renewal, amid geopolitical turmoil. Meanwhile, inflation is up again with energy prices a key driver pushing up costs. DW has the latest.

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