Germany opposes the US pharmaceutical investigation.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz expressed hope that the US would abide by its trade commitments with Europe, while asserting that decisions on pharmaceutical pricing were an internal matter.

The US is targeting German drug prices in its investigation. Photo: MSN

Speaking to reporters in Brussels after the European Union (EU) leaders' summit, Merz shared his thoughts on reducing the amount that public insurance funds pay for advanced medicines. He said that was a decision within national authority.

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