فرانکو-جرمن اتحاد کو تجارت اور دفاع کے اختلافات کے تحت دباؤ میں تنگی کا سامنا ہے جبکہ امریکی تنازعات بڑھتے ہیں

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron are working 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 have pledged to present a united front on trade policy and NATO issues, but deep divisions remain, especially regarding European defense strategy. They have set an August deadline to resolve the fighter jet dispute, aiming to strengthen Europe's position in the face of global challenges. The outcome of these talks will be pivotal for the EU's ability to act cohesively on defense and trade.