German Chancellor Merz’s First Visit to China: High-Level Talks Underway in Beijing

Beijing: Germany’s newly appointed Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Beijing on Wednesday for an official visit. The trip, which runs through Thursday, marks Merz’s first visit to China since assuming office.

During the visit, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang are scheduled to hold separate meetings with Chancellor Merz. The high-level talks are expected to focus on bilateral relations and a range of issues of mutual interest.