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  • Affairs
  • Episode 3216
  • 25 Feb 2026

Germany’s chancellor Merz pushes for more co-operation with China during Beijing visit

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  • The Monocle Daily
  • Affairs
  • Episode 3216

German chancellor Friedrich Merz lands in Beijing as the latest western leader looking to improve trade relations with China. Plus: why Kyoto’s mayor has announced plans for Japan’s first citizen discount on bus fares.

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  • Andrew Mueller

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