Friedrich Merz was appointed Germany’s chancellor in May 2025, after securing a Bundestag majority.
Germany’s political standing in Abu Dhabi has improved marginally since the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) returned to power under Chancellor Merz.
The note provides a comprehensive overview of the following aspects:
- Germany’s current standing in the UAE’s defense market
- Emirati officials’ views on German defense systems
- UAE President Sheikh Mohammad Bin Zayed’s defense procurement mindset and his priorities
The note also mentions alternative countries the UAE relies on for defense deals.
