Kanzler Merz im Interview: Iran, Wirtschaft und Koalitionskrach | Analyse bei ZDFheute live

One year of Friedrich Merz's chancellorship: At the helm of the grand coalition, he leads the government. His decisions and statements polarize public discourse. Now Merz takes stock. ZDFheute live provides analysis. He had worked toward this office for decades. Last year, he finally secured the chancellorship in the second round of voting. Friedrich Merz and his coalition wanted to jointly assume "responsibility for Germany." Since then, the work of the government has been anything but smooth. Old and new global crises influence daily business, including the ongoing war with Iran. Foreign, migration, and social policy remain sources of stress and conflict for the government. What conclusions does Friedrich Merz draw after one year as chancellor? What successes, but also setbacks, can be noted? In an interview with Bettina Schausten and Anne Gellinek on "What now...?", Chancellor Merz addresses the most pressing questions. Economist Professor Clemens Fuest and publicist Albrecht von Lucke analyze how Merz's chancellorship has impacted German politics. Join us, comment, and ask your questions! #merz #chancellor #whatnow 00:00 Intro 01:30 Chancellor Merz on the latest poll results 06:27 Merz on the option of a minority government 23:15 Economist Prof. Clemens Fuest analyzes the interview with Chancellor Merz 28:28 Is another special fund needed? 31:56 What must the government address to get the economy moving? 38:14 Publicist Albrecht von Lucke on the relationship between the CDU and SPD 49:24 Documentary recommendation: "In the Engine Room of Power" ----- Here on ZDFheute News, you'll find out what's happening in the world and what affects us all: We provide clarity in the world of news, explain the background, and address social debates. Discuss with us in live streams and form your own opinion based on the facts we present. Subscribe to our channel so you don't miss anything. Stay up-to-date at https://www.ZDFheute.de/.

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