Germany's Merkel says risks to global economy persist despite growth


  • World
  • Thursday, 26 May 2016

German Chancellor Angela Merkel (C) and British Prime Minister David Cameron (L) arrive at the second working session during the 2016 Ise-Shima G7 Summit in Shima, Japan May 26, 2016. REUTERS/Carlos Barria

ISE-SHIMA, Japan (Reuters) - Risks to the global economy remain despite signs of stable growth, German Chancellor Angela Merkel said on Thursday, adding that low commodity prices were a problem for many countries.

"The world economy is showing signs of stable growth, but there are risks," Merkel said in Japan where Group of Seven leaders are meeting.

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