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Friedrich Merz
Friedrich Merz is the chairman of Germany's center-right Christian Democratic Union (CDU).
Skip next section Reports & Analysis
Reports & Analysis
Merz won't 'accept' violence on German streets
Merz won't 'accept' violence on German streets
After two years of discussion, Germany's CDU has agreed on a new party platform, party leader Friedrich Merz told DW.
Friedrich Merz, the CDU and its bid for power
Friedrich Merz, the CDU and its bid for power
At its political convention, the CDU adopted a new conservative platform. The issues: "Leitkultur," asylum and Islam.
What is German 'Leitkultur' and why is it controversial?
What is German 'Leitkultur' and why is it controversial?
The controversial term "Leitkultur" is being used more frequently when debating integration in German society.
Merz leads Germany's CDU to top of opinion polls
Merz leads Germany's CDU to top of opinion polls
Christian Democrat leader Friedrich Merz is portraying himself as the tough, decisive leader Germany needs.
Friedrich Merz: Germany could spend €80 billion on defense
Friedrich Merz: Germany could spend €80 billion on defense
Head of the German opposition Friedrich Merz, spoke to DW about Europe's responsibilities in the war in Ukraine
Christmas trees part of German 'Leitkultur' says CDU's Merz
Christmas trees part of German 'Leitkultur' says CDU's Merz
The comments about "guiding culture" came days after the opposition CDU unveiled plans for Germany's future.
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Skip next section In the spotlight
In the spotlight
Germany's CDU redefines stance on Islam in new manifesto
With its new party program, Germany's main opposition CDU is positioning itself further to the right.
Where now for the post-Merkel CDU?
Three candidates are in the running to take over as the next leader of the CDU. But what are their chances?