Despite differences, China's Xi and Germany's Merz seek to deepen ties in turbulent times

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

54% : Protectionism and economic coercion Merz said after Wednesday's meetings that he was satisfied with the talks, and underlined the potential for business deals - citing a plan for China to order up to 120 planes from European manufacturer Airbus.
47% : Pushing against Trump's tariffs Merz is the latest in a parade of world leaders to visit Beijing as China seeks support from other nations to push back against Trump's use of tariffs to demand concessions from trading partners, and his challenges to the United Nations and the global order that has governed international and economic relations in the post-World War II era.
41% : " Xinhua said in a commentary that the two countries have a shared responsibility as major economies to oppose protectionism and economic coercion.

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