Friedrich Merz, German chancellor, is struggling to fulfill economic and security promises, having a popularity of only 25% among voters.

Six months after taking office, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is facing difficulties in fulfilling his promises to revitalize the economy and combat the far right. With a popularity of only 25%, Merz is considered one of the most unpopular chancellors in history. Although he promised to stimulate economic growth and reduce illegal immigration, he is facing economic stagnation and criticism from the business community for slow reforms. Polls show that only 18% of Germans want him to run again in 2029, and support for the far-right party Alternative for Germany (AfD) has increased.

Merz, who had no governmental experience before taking office, must act quickly to avoid the fate of his predecessor, Olaf Scholz, whose coalition collapsed. Critics argue that his leadership style does not match the realities of a fragile coalition and that he needs to promote the promised reforms to regain the trust of voters.