German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron met in Berlin to address growing tensions within the Franco-German partnership, focusing on defense cooperation and escalating trade disputes, particularly with the US.
Despite warmer personal relations compared to previous leadership, the two leaders face significant disagreements over NATO strategy, EU trade policy, and potential tariff retaliation. The talks come as the EU considers a $100 billion response to US tariffs, highlighting the bloc's struggle to present a united front. Both leaders emphasized the need for trade stability and lower tariffs, but divisions remain over how to achieve these goals.
The outcome of their discussions will be crucial for the future of European unity and its global economic stance.
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