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Merz Vows to Tap German Economic Strength to Revive Investments

Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Europe had the ability to harness its strength and overcome economic malaise as he reinforced his plan to boost investment in areas such as artificial intelligence and overhaul Germany’s social welfare system.

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