Merz's Amazon Remarks Spark Controversy

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz faced criticism for his insensitive comment at the UN climate conference in Belém, Brazil, asking who would want to stay there. The remark, made during a brief visit, was seen as arrogant and prejudiced by Brazilian officials and the media. In contrast, German news outlets largely ignored the incident. Merzs spokesperson attempted to provide a positive context, highlighting a productive discussion with President Lula da Silva and Merzs regret for not experiencing Beléms natural beauty. Lula responded humorously, suggesting that Berlin couldnt compare to the quality of life in Belém and the state of Pará.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.