German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron met in Berlin to reaffirm their commitment to the Franco-German partnership, a cornerstone of the European Union.
Despite warmer personal relations, the leaders face significant disagreements over defense cooperation, particularly a joint fighter jet project, and how to respond to looming US tariffs. Both sides pledged to resolve their fighter jet dispute by the end of August and to present a united front on trade policy. However, deep divisions remain on European defense strategy and the best approach to EU-US relations.
The outcome of these talks will be crucial for the EU's ability to respond to global challenges and maintain internal cohesion.
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