Merz makes surprise trip to Paris for talks with Macron DW 02/27/2025
Briefly

Friedrich Merz, poised to be Germany's next chancellor after his CDU/CSU bloc won the German election, visited Paris to meet with President Emmanuel Macron. Their meeting focused on European security amid shifting U.S. policies regarding Ukraine. Merz expressed gratitude for Macron's friendship and trust, and underscored the potential for collaboration between Germany and France to strengthen Europe. With their coalition talks set to begin, the conversation is vital given concerns over U.S. President Trump's influence in the region and its implications for European stability.
Merz stated on social media that, 'Together our countries can achieve great things for Europe,' highlighting the importance of collaboration in addressing European security.
Their discussion revolved around a changing U.S. stance on Ukraine, with Merz emphasizing the need for Europe to strengthen its own security measures.
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