Press statement by President Costa following the meeting with Chancellor of Germany, Friedrich Merz

2026-09-09 20:47:06.462477+02

Economic importance 55/100 Credibility 82/100

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What happened

European Council President, António Costa, had a meeting with Chancellor of Germany, Friedrich Merz, on 9 September 2026, in Berlin, Germany. The meeting is part of President Costa's annual "Tour des Capitales".

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Geopolitical risk Uncertain Impact 51/100 · Confidence 72% Germany Uncertain Impact 51/100 · Confidence 72% Council of the European Union Uncertain Impact 51/100 · Confidence 72% Italy Uncertain Impact 51/100 · Confidence 72% Energy supply Uncertain Impact 35/100 · Confidence 73% Brent Crude Oil Uncertain Impact 33/100 · Confidence 73% Gold Uncertain Impact 31/100 · Confidence 69%

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Council of the EU — Press releases · 97/100

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