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Germany's economy experienced a contraction for two consecutive years in 2023 and 2024, accompanied by a sharp decline in industrial output. Friedrich Merz, after visiting Unitree Robotics in Hangzhou, expressed concerns about Germany's productivity levels, indicating that work-life balance and a four-day workweek are not viable solutions for sustaining prosperity. The Federation of German Industries has projected that Germany requires an additional investment of 1.4 trillion euros by 2030 to remain competitive globally.