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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz delivers opening remarks at the “Invest in Germany Summit” in Berlin on Monday, October 19, 2026. Vice Chancellor and Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil and Economy Minister Katherina Reiche are also attending the event. The summit takes place one day after Swiss pharmaceutical company Roche said it had put all future investment decisions in Germany on hold. The event brings Germany’s investment environment into focus, although the advisory does not confirm whether Roche’s decision will be addressed directly during the opening remarks. Watch the live coverage from Berlin. Friedrich Merz, German Chancellor Merz, Merz live, Invest in Germany Summit, Germany investment summit, Germany investment, invest in Germany, Germany business news, Germany economy, German economy, Germany business summit, Berlin summit, Merz speech, Merz opening remarks, German government, Lars Klingbeil, Katherina Reiche, Roche Germany investment, Roche investment decision, Roche Germany, foreign investment Germany, German industry, Germany economic policy, Germany business climate #FriedrichMerz #Germany #InvestInGermany #InvestmentSummit #GermanyEconomy #GermanEconomy #Berlin #GermanGovernment #LarsKlingbeil #KatherinaReiche #Roche #ForeignInvestment #BusinessNews #EconomicPolicy #EuropeanEconomy #GermanyBusiness #Merz #LiveNews #GermanyNews #Investment LIVE: Merz Addresses Investors at Germany Summit After Roche Decision | GBS News | AF1C USN: ADOV075SO ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ The world moves fast. We help you make sense of it. Welcome to Global Broadcasting Service (GBS News) — your trusted source for breaking international news, in-depth analysis, and the stories shaping our world. We deliver accurate, timely, and unbiased coverage of global events, helping you understand not just what's happening, but why it matters. From geopolitical developments and international diplomacy to business, technology, climate, and human stories, GBS News brings the world's biggest headlines into clear perspective. What you'll find on GBS News: 🌍 Breaking international news and live updates 📰 Global politics and geopolitical analysis 📈 Business, economy, and financial developments 🤝 International diplomacy and world affairs 💡 Technology, science, and innovation 🌱 Climate, environment, and sustainability 🎥 Press conferences, speeches, interviews, and special reports 👥 Human stories from around the world Our mission is to deliver journalism that is factual, balanced, and accessible—empowering audiences with the context they need to understand an ever-changing world. Subscribe to GBS News and stay informed with reliable global journalism, every day.