In a significant move, Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz has called for a re-evaluation of the EU's strict fiscal rules to allow for increased defense spending among member states. During his recent trips to France and Poland, Merz emphasized the need for Europe to boost military capabilities, ensuring long-term self-defense, especially in the light of geopolitical tensions. He proposed a similar exemption in the EU fiscal framework as was recently adopted in Germany. Both Merz and French President Macron expressed a commitment to a renewed cooperative effort within Europe, with a focus on defense and unity.
Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz urged the EU to rethink its fiscal limits to allow significant increases in defence spending to strengthen Europe's long-term self-defense capabilities.
In Paris, Merz and Macron agreed on a "new start for Europe," indicating a strong intention to bolster unity and defense amid ongoing tensions.
Merz highlighted the need for Europe to produce its own military equipment, stating, "We must make sure the European members of NATO... are able to defend themselves on a long-term basis."
The Polish Prime Minister praised Merz for initiating a "new opening" in German-Polish relations, emphasizing the strengthening of external borders.
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