German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron are working to revive the historically pivotal Franco-German partnership, but their efforts are hampered by deep disagreements over defense cooperation and trade policy. The leaders met in Berlin to address escalating tensions, particularly regarding a joint fighter jet project and how to respond to looming US tariffs on European goods. While both leaders publicly present a united front, behind the scenes, divisions persist on key issues such as European defense strategy and trade retaliation. They have set an August deadline to resolve the fighter jet dispute, signaling urgency but also ongoing challenges. The outcome of these talks will significantly impact the EU's ability to respond cohesively to external pressures, especially from the US.
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