Germany to relay Asian trade concerns to Brussels
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz pledged to share Asian partners concerns regarding European protectionism with Brussels. Leaders in Asia warned that new EU initiatives risk creating trade barriers. Merz stressed the importance of maintaining open markets.
Germany Chancellor Friedrich Merz promised on Friday to relay Asian partners' protectionism concerns to Brussels. The pledge follows pushback against EU industrial policies during a tour of Asian capitals. Trade tensions are rising as the bloc attempts to counter overseas competitors.
