URGENT: Germany's Economic Resilience Tested as Second China Shock Looms Large.

BREAKING NEWS Germany's economy is bracing for a potential second China Shock, which could have catastrophic consequences. According to sources, Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz has warned that the country's economic resilience will be severely tested by another major trade disruption with China. The warning comes as Germany struggles to recover from the first China Shock in 2025, which had a significant impact on the country's industrial sector. The VDMA, an industry association representing thousands of German companies, has expressed concerns about the potential consequences of another shock. Oliver Richtberg, a representative of the VDMA, stated that the industry is "not prepared" for another major disruption. Germany thrived in the first China Shock, but experts warn that the next one could be even more devastating due to the country's increased dependence on international trade. The impact will likely be felt across various sectors, including manufacturing and exports. The German government has yet to announce any concrete measures to mitigate the potential effects of another China Shock. However, officials are expected to hold emergency meetings in the coming days to discuss possible responses. This is a developing story, and we will provide updates as more information becomes available. *This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Npr.*