German Chancellor Friedrich Merz sparked global goodwill vibes this week by sharing Spring Festival greetings on social media platform X. In a Tuesday post, Merz wrote: "Happy Spring Festival and a happy new year", acknowledging celebrations across China and Asian communities worldwide. 🎉
The gesture comes as Lunar New Year festivities peak this week, with over 1.5 billion people marking the Year of the Horse. Merz's message highlights growing cultural diplomacy between Europe and Asia – a trend particularly noticed by Gen Z travelers and diaspora communities tracking cross-cultural connections. 🌏
Social media users quickly amplified the post, with one Beijing-based student commenting: "Seeing world leaders embrace our traditions feels like true globalization." Meanwhile, cultural analysts suggest such gestures could warm Germany-Asia relations ahead of key economic talks scheduled for March 2026.
