Merkel government

The Merkel government refers to the leadership of Angela Merkel, Germany's Chancellor from 2005 to 2021. As the first female Chancellor, she was known for her pragmatic and cautious approach to politics, overseeing significant issues like the European financial crisis, the migrant crisis, and climate change policies. Merkel led a coalition government, primarily between her Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and other parties. Her leadership style emphasized consensus-building and stability, earning her respect both domestically and internationally. Her tenure marked a period of relative economic stability in Germany, although she faced criticism on various social and political issues.