Political challenges and reform prospects for Friedrich Merz's chancellorship
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Friedrich Merz
Germany
October 2026
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Friedrich Merz faces a critical period to define his legacy as Chancellor. Public support for fundamental reforms remains high, but implementation is hindered by collective action problems. Successful reform requires creating incentives for stakeholders to cooperate rather than wait for others.
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