As US President Donald Trump has upended long-standing security and trade ties and reached out to Russia to end the Ukraine war, Merz has vowed to strengthen Berlin's role in Europe as it responds to increasingly turbulent times.
But he faces a mountain of challenges from day one, including the rapid rise of the far-right and anti-immigration Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, which took second place in February's election and has won strong support from Washington.
Once confirmed by President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, he is then set to deliver the oath of office at noon.
The alliance of Germany's two big-tent parties has said Germany would continue to support Ukraine as the United States looks to encourage a deal to end the war started by Russia's invasion over three years ago.
'Marathon on a tightrope'
Merz has warned only such drastic steps will prevent the AfD from potentially coming out on top in elections in four years' time.
This sparked a furious response from Trump allies who have supported the AfD, with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio accusing the German spy agency of “tyranny in disguise”.
“The stakes are high. One misstep could spell collapse -- and Germany's far right is poised to pounce on even the slightest wobble.”
“And that is why we know that it is our historic obligation to lead this coalition to success,“ he said.
“The end of the power vacuum at the heart of Europe is a major positive on its own,“ wrote analyst Holger Schmieding of Berenberg Bank. “Although we do not expect a policy revolution, Merz will likely make a difference.
“With his strong transatlantic, pro-European and pro-Ukrainian convictions, we expect him to pursue a more forceful foreign policy, improve relations especially with France and Poland and have a better chance of getting along with US President Donald Trump.”
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