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Friedrich Merz positions himself as key challenger to Olaf Scholz after coalition collapse in Germany

firstpost.com — November 7, 2024 at 05:01 PM UTC

Germany's coalition government has collapsed, prompting Chancellor Olaf Scholz to reach out to opposition leader Friedrich Merz. Merz, head of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), is seen as a potential candidate for chancellor amid calls for a no-confidence vote. Merz, 68, is a former corporate lawyer and a prominent figure in the CDU. He has criticized Scholz's government and is advocating for a return to conservative values, positioning himself as a counter to the far-right Alternative for Germany party. With the CDU polling at 32%, Merz aims to lead the party to victory in upcoming elections. He has pledged to address economic issues and immigration policies, while distancing himself from the far-right, despite facing criticism for his rhetoric.

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