German Chancellor Merz on his conversation with Chinese President Xi, says there are many challenges to overcome; Economic Minister will conduct a follow up visit

• Germany-China government talks could happen at the end of 2026. 

The conversation between German Chancellor Merz and Chinese President Xi highlights ongoing challenges in the bilateral relationship, with a follow-up visit from Germany’s Economic Minister planned. This suggests Germany is keen on navigating complex trade dynamics, and the potential government talks scheduled for late 2026 could influence EU-China relations and impact trade policies moving forward.