Event Brief
China Overtakes US as Germany's Top Trading Partner
Filed: Feb 20, 2026 at 8:05 AM ET
Summary: China reclaims its position as Germany's leading trading partner, surpassing the US.
WHO: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz
WHAT: China becomes Germany's top trading partner
WHEN: Feb 20, 2026 at 7:42 AM ET
WHERE: China
WHY: To strengthen economic ties
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