German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron have met in Berlin to revive the crucial Franco-German partnership at the heart of the European Union.
Despite warmer personal relations, the two leaders face significant disagreements over defense cooperation, particularly a joint fighter jet project, and how to respond to looming US tariffs. Both leaders pledged to present a united front on trade policy and NATO issues, but deep divisions remain, especially regarding European defense strategy. They set an August deadline to resolve the fighter jet dispute, signaling urgency but also ongoing challenges.
The outcome of their talks will shape Europe's ability to respond to global economic and security pressures.
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