Merkel sworn in as chancellor for a third term

Updated: 2013-12-18 07:37

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Merkel sworn in as chancellor for a third term

German Chancellor Angela Merkel, Economy Minister and Vice Chancellor Sigmar Gabriel (2nd L) Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier (L) and chief of staff Peter Altmaier (R) await the start of the first cabinet meeting December 17, 2013. [Photo/Agencies]