Sounds like Merz is on board with a tougher China policy
"We will defend our interests and our industry against trade practices that lead to competitive distortions. At European Council we will speak about how we can expand our toolbox"
Full Merz quotes in the Bundestag below. He is signaling that he wants to use the leverage of the European market to enforce free and fair trade. This looks like a clear signal that Germany is on board for tougher measures against China. But the details will matter
