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Angela Merkel

Angela Merkel, born July 17, 1954, has been the chancellor of Germany since 2005 and leader of the Christian Democrat party, CDU, since 2000.

She has secured a fouth term as chancellor of Germany. Find out more about the world's most powerful woman by consulting recent DW content relating to Angela Merkel, displayed below.

Boris Johnson

Brexit: Boris Johnson, Angela Merkel to face off over stalemate 20.08.2019

Ahead of his meeting with the German Chancellor, Boris Johnson has again urged the EU to reopen Brexit negotiations. The silence so far has been deafening. What is Johnson hoping to achieve in Berlin?
Island Angela Merkel und Katrin Jakobsdottir

Angela Merkel urges 'humility' towards nature at Iceland climate meeting 20.08.2019

German Chancellor Angela Merkel is in Iceland for talks with leaders of Nordic countries. Climate is expected to dominate the agenda, and Merkel has called for 'humility' in our treatment of the environment.
Deutschland Reichstagsgebäude in Berlin

Merkel's government delivers on promises, but voters aren't convinced 19.08.2019

The German government is working at a "record-breaking" pace according to a new study, but only 10% of voters agree. With state elections looming, time is running out for Berlin to convince the public it's doing its job.
Ungarn Angela Merkel und Viktor Orban

Merkel meets Orban in Hungary to commemorate 'Pan-European Picnic' 19.08.2019

The two leaders have met as part of the commemorations of the symbolic event that led to an exodus of East Germans to the West. Merkel thanked Hungary for its role in bringing down the Iron Curtain.
UK Boris Johnson tritt in die 10 Downing Street ein

Boris Johnson to meet Macron, Merkel as Brexit uncertainty looms 17.08.2019

The new UK prime minister will attempt to convince the French and German leaders to restart Brexit talks, according to British media. A longtime Brexiteer, Johnson has made his career criticizing the EU.
Bilkombo Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer und Hans-Georg Maaßen

Merkel successor denies urging ex-spy chief's ejection 17.08.2019

The head of Germany's ruling Christian Democrats insists she has not called for ex-domestic intel boss Hans-Georg Maassen's exclusion from the party. The ex-spy chief has been accused of sympathizing with the far right.
Deutschland Berlin Viktor Orban und Angela Merkel

Germany: Merkel thanks Hungary for its role in fall of Berlin Wall 17.08.2019

Ahead of her trip to Hungary, German Chancellor Angela Merkel thanked the eastern European nation for opening its border to East Germans three decades ago. The move was a precursor to the fall of the Berlin Wall.
Deutschland Hans-Georg Maaßen, ehemaliger Präsident Bundesamt für Verfassungsschutz

Merkel ally AKK suggests party exclusion for ex-spy chief 17.08.2019

Germany's ex-spy chief Hans-Georg Maassen faces possible exclusion from Chancellor Angela Merkel's conservatives over his alleged far-right stance. The call comes from CDU party chief Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer.
UK Boris Johnson tritt in die 10 Downing Street ein

Germany's Merkel to meet Boris Johnson 'very, very soon' 16.08.2019

A no-deal Brexit would be in "nobody's interest," according to Angela Merkel's spokesman. But the German government is still preparing for that very possibility, and believes it "highly likely," leaked documents suggest.
Seenotrettung im Mittelmeer

Germany's Merkel calls for restarting EU migrant rescue mission 16.08.2019

Several months after the EU's migrant rescue mission in the Mediterranean was suspended, Angela Merkel has called for the operation to be resumed once more. The EU rescues were halted following pushback from Italy.
Deutschland BG Platz der Republik | Regierungsviertel

Highlights of Berlin's government district 16.08.2019

Once a year, the German government holds an open day in the capital. Visitors get an insight into Berlin's politics, from the chancellery to the ministries. The government quarter also has other attractions.
Brasilien - Geier und Siloanlagen für Soja des US-Konzerns Cargill

Jair Bolsonaro to Merkel: Reforest Germany, not Amazon 15.08.2019

The Brazilian president says Angela Merkel should focus on reforesting Germany rather than witholding funds for Amazon projects. Norway, meanwhile, announced it is also blocking rainforest subsidies to the country.
Einschwörung Berlin AKK Angela Merkel

Worries on the horizon for Angela Merkel 14.08.2019

From climate change and trembling spells to a trembling government, German Chancellor Angela Merkel faces many challenges as she returns to office post-vacation.
Hongkong Protest gegen China & Auslieferungsgesetz | Tränengas

Hong Kong: Angela Merkel calls for peaceful solution to unrest 14.08.2019

The German chancellor is seeking an end to the unrest in Hong Kong through amicable talks. She says the constitution, protecting residents' freedoms, must be at the heart of any dialogue.
Großbritannien London | Boris Johnson in der Downing Street

Angela Merkel invites Boris Johnson amid Brexit differences 26.07.2019

Chancellor Angela Merkel has invited the UK's new prime minister, Boris Johnson, to Berlin. No date has been set for the visit, which could include difficult talks on Johnson's Brexit plans.
Duell um die Downing Street - Boris Johnson

German politicians in two minds about Boris Johnson 24.07.2019

International reactions to Boris Johnson becoming the UK's new prime minister have been mostly positive so far. But what do politicians and business leaders here in Germany think?
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