Trump praised Merkel as a "great friend" and a "fantastic woman" at the start of their bilateral session.
"We’ve had a terrific relationship... Trade has reached a high level. It’s reached a level that it’s never reached before," Trump said.
"She’s a fantastic person and a fantastic woman and I’m glad to have her as a friend."
Merkel thanked Trump and noted that “German companies are investing a lot” in the US.
She also said she was “very much looking forward” to discussions on counter-terrorism, and told reporters “of course Iran will be on our agenda today."
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