German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron are meeting in Berlin to address growing tensions between their countries, despite improved personal relations.
Key issues include disagreements over defense strategy, leadership of joint fighter jet projects, and how to respond to looming US-EU trade conflicts and tariffs. The talks are seen as crucial for the future of the 'Franco-German engine' that has traditionally driven European integration. However, persistent divisions threaten to stall progress on both security and economic cooperation.
The outcome of their discussions could shape the EU's approach to NATO, transatlantic trade, and broader European unity.
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