German Chancellor Friedrich Merz says he's “cautiously optimistic” about securing a U.S.-EU trade deal within days, highlighting its crucial importance for Germany’s export-heavy industries.
Speaking during a budget session in the Federal Parliament, Merz stressed the urgency of reaching a deal, particularly for Germany’s export-driven economy.
He warned that the ongoing tariff dispute is threatening key sectors such as chemicals, pharmaceuticals, automotive, steel, and aluminum, and emphasized that a quick resolution is essential to protect jobs and economic stability.
Merz noted that negotiations between the European Commission and the U.S. government have been 'intensive,' and revealed ongoing communication with both U.S. President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
The goal, he said, is to achieve a trade agreement that ensures the lowest possible tariff rates between the two economies.
Merz also emphasized that Germany must work in full alignment with its EU partners to make the deal a reality. “Germany alone would achieve nothing on this path,” he said.
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U.S. rapper Kanye West, now known as Ye, performed to a crowd of 118,000 people in Istanbul on Saturday night, marking his first concert in Europe in more than a decade, despite being barred from performing in several countries over past antisemitic remarks.
Iranian-made Yassin missiles were spotted mounted on Armenian Air Force fighter aircraft during Armenia's latest military parade on Thursday (28 May), drawing attention from defence observers and regional analysts.
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Thai rescuers say five people have been pulled alive from a flooded cave in remote Laos, where seven villagers became trapped after heavy rain cut off access underground.
Russia has recalled its ambassador to Armenia for consultations, citing Yerevan's growing rapprochement with the European Union. The move is seen as the latest sign of deteriorating relations between the longtime allies ahead of Armenia's parliamentary election on 7 June.
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South Africa's preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have suffered an unexpected setback after the national team failed to depart for Mexico as scheduled on Sunday (31 May) because some players and officials had not yet received their visas.
Five people have died after a mine shaft collapsed during an illegal mining operation in southwestern China, state media reported on Sunday (31 May), just days after the country's deadliest mining disaster in more than a decade claimed at least 82 lives.
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