Macron and Merz Hold Talks on Future of Defense Cooperation

The leaders of France and Germany met on Wednesday in the German city of Brühl for discussions on the future of defense cooperation. Ministers from both countries are also taking part in the meeting.

Among the topics on the agenda are collaboration in artificial intelligence, satellite communications, the supply of critical raw materials, and the new European Union budget. The talks come at a time when Europe is seeking to bolster its defense capabilities and reduce dependence on external resources.

The meeting underscores the commitment of both nations to deepen their strategic partnership, particularly in security and technology. No specific decisions or agreements have been announced yet.