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Merz meets Trump in a cordial encounter at the White House

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German Chancellor Merz and US President Trump held a positive meeting, setting the stage for future cooperation at international summits. Trump praised Germany's defense commitments, and Merz highlighted historical ties and shared responsibilities.

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz expressed satisfaction after his first meeting with US President Donald Trump in Washington. He highlighted a solid foundation for future discussions between the two leaders, particularly ahead of upcoming international summits such as the G7 in Canada and the NATO summit in The Hague.

Trump praised Merz as a 'respected' and 'good man,' emphasizing a promising future for US-Germany relations. He also acknowledged Germany's commitment to increasing defense spending.

Merz referenced Trump's German ancestry and stressed the shared historical ties between the two nations. He reiterated the joint responsibility to seek a swift resolution to the Ukraine war.

Trump accepted an invitation to visit Germany, with dates currently under discussion.

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