French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz are meeting in Berlin to address growing tensions between France and Germany, the EU's two largest economies.
Despite warmer personal relations than in previous administrations, the leaders are struggling to overcome deep divisions on key issues such as defense cooperation, leadership of joint fighter jet projects, and how to respond to US tariffs and trade disputes. The talks are seen as crucial for the future of the Franco-German partnership, often described as the 'engine' of the European Union. However, ongoing disagreements threaten to stall progress on both European defense initiatives and a unified response to external economic pressures.
The outcome of these discussions could have significant implications for EU unity and its ability to respond to global challenges.
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