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Merz, Trump agree on need to resolve trade disputes, Germany says

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Posted on May 8, 2025

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Merz, Trump agree on need to resolve trade disputes, Germany says

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BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany's new chancellor, Friedrich Merz, and U.S. President Donald Trump agreed on the need to quickly resolve trade disputes in a phone call on Thursday evening, a German

Merz and Trump Agree on Resolving Trade Disputes

BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany's new chancellor, Friedrich Merz, and U.S. President Donald Trump agreed on the need to quickly resolve trade disputes in a phone call on Thursday evening, a German government spokesperson said.

The two leaders also agreed on the need to closely cooperate with the aim of ending the war in Ukraine, the spokesperson said.

"President Trump congratulated the Chancellor on taking office" earlier this week, the spokesperson said. "Chancellor Merz assured the American President that, 80 years after the end of the Second World War, the United States remains an indispensable friend and partner of Germany.

(Reporting by Sarah Marsh; Editing by Leslie Adler)

Key Takeaways

Merz and Trump agree on resolving trade disputes.
Focus on US-Germany cooperation to end the Ukraine war.
Trump congratulates Merz on becoming Chancellor.
US remains an indispensable partner for Germany.
Call highlights the importance of international cooperation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main topic?

The main topic is the agreement between Merz and Trump to resolve trade disputes and enhance cooperation on the Ukraine war.

Who are the key figures mentioned?

The key figures are Friedrich Merz, Germany's Chancellor, and Donald Trump, the U.S. President.

What was the outcome of the call?

Merz and Trump agreed on the need to resolve trade disputes and cooperate on ending the Ukraine war.

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