French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz met in Berlin on Wednesday (6 November) to discuss their vision for the future of Europe in light of the recent US presidential election, which Donald Trump claimed victory in. The meeting underlined their commitment to steer Europe towards greater unity, resilience and sovereignty amid evolving global dynamics.
“We will work for a more united, stronger and sovereign Europe in this new context,” Macron stressed in a message on X. He expressed that both France and Germany want to strengthen European cooperation and autonomy in the face of possible changes in the transatlantic relationship under new American leadership.
Macron also underlined the importance of maintaining a productive relationship with the US while safeguarding European values and interests. “By cooperating with the United States of America and defending our interests and our values,” he added.
Source: commonspace.eu with agencies
Photo: French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. AP Photo
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