German Chancellor: The U.S. Cannot Tackle the Era of Major Power Competition Alone

【German Chancellor: The Era of 'Great Power Competition' Cannot Be Faced Alone by the US】

On February 13, 2026, Berlin time, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated at the 62nd Munich Security Conference:

For decades, trust among allies, partners, and friends has made NATO the strongest alliance in history. In the era of great power competition, even the United States cannot face it alone. Dear friends, joining NATO is not only a competitive advantage for Europe, but also a competitive advantage for the United States. So let us work together to restore transatlantic trust.

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