Johann Wadephul's first dialogue as Germany's Foreign Minister at an EU meeting in Warsaw signifies a commitment to revitalizing relations with France and Poland. Diplomats like Xavier Bettel of Luxembourg and Elina Valtonen of Finland expressed optimism about Wadephul's leadership. Wadephul aims for a close Franco-German partnership to navigate challenges posed by Russia's aggression in Ukraine, reinforcing unity within Europe. His calm, confident communication style marks a departure from his predecessor's more scripted approach, signaling a fresh era in German foreign policy.
The new German government is focused on resetting relations with France and Poland, emphasizing their status as Germany's closest friends, which Wadephul termed a constant in foreign policy.
Participants at the EU foreign ministers meeting praised Wadephul's calm and confident demeanor, contrasting it with his predecessor's more rehearsed style.
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