German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron met in Berlin to address mounting disagreements over defense, trade policy, and leadership of a joint fighter jet project.
Despite warmer personal relations, the leaders struggled to present a truly united front as disputes over NATO strategy and looming US-EU trade tariffs dominated their agenda. Both countries set an August deadline to resolve their fighter jet conflict, highlighting the urgency of their cooperation. The talks come as Europe seeks to strengthen its position amid global geopolitical shifts and potential US protectionism.
The outcome of these discussions will be crucial for the stability and influence of the European Union.
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