According to a report from BiJie.com, German Chancellor Merz stated in Berlin on the 18th that the German economy has reversed its recession and is moving towards recovery. He also mentioned that the tariff negotiations between the EU and the United States have entered the final stage. Both sides are still discussing whether to adopt differentiated policies for specific industries.

He supports the efforts of the European Commission to reach an agreement, stating that 'the lower the tariffs, the more beneficial it is for both sides; ultimately, tariffs harm everyone.' He also noted that the U.S. tax and spending policies have put enormous pressure on its own budget, potentially leading to serious fiscal deficits.