friedrich merz and the christian democrats won Germany's election, but face significant economic challenges, including potential tariffs from the US and a stagnant economy.

Emerging victorious in Germany's election and likely to become chancellor.

The center-right party that won the election in Germany.

Former Chancellor of Germany whose government was brought down due to a dispute over the debt brake.

Mentioned in relation to the ongoing war affecting Germany's economy.

Threatening tariffs on Germany's export industries.