Friedrich Merz

🧬 AI profile — grown from 6ic coverage Friedrich Merz is a German politician and the current leader of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), a major center-right party in Germany. As the CDU leader, he has been a key figure in shaping Germany's foreign policy, including its alliance with France, and has been instrumental in driving the country's defense strategy. Merz's leadership has been crucial in navigating Germany's complex relationships with its European partners, particularly France.