Europe Asia News

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz made statements on the strategic importance of the Arctic and Europe’s defense vision.

Describing Arctic security as a priority, Merz said: “As European NATO allies, we must do more to ensure the security of the Arctic. This is a shared transatlantic interest. Germany is doing this within the NATO framework. The people of Denmark and Greenland can rely on our solidarity.”

Speaking on global politics, Merz stated: “The world of great powers is the new reality. Europe and Germany have received this message. We must meet this challenge, and we will.”

Listing his government’s priorities, Merz added: “My government will pursue an ambitious reform agenda centered on security, competitiveness, and European unity.”