Merz Cancels New York Trip for UN General Assembly, DPA Reports
German officials say the chancellor's presence is required in Berlin, according to a report by the German news agency DPA, cited by TASS.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has canceled a planned trip to New York to attend events tied to the United Nations General Assembly, according to a report by TASS, which cited the German news agency DPA.
German officials told DPA that the current situation requires Merz's presence in Berlin, the report said. No further details on the nature of the situation were provided in the source material.
The cancellation means Merz will not attend the UNGA-related events in New York as originally scheduled. It remains unclear whether Germany will send another senior official in his place or what specific domestic matters are prompting the chancellor to remain in the capital.
TASS did not provide additional context beyond the DPA report, and further details on the decision have not been independently confirmed.
Sources
- Merz cancels trip to New York for UNGA events — news agency — TASS (Russia)
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