Macron, Scholz call for stronger Europe to face new Trump presidency

French President Emmanuel Macron and visiting German Chancellor Olaf Scholz have stressed the need for a stronger and more united Europe to address emerging global challenges.

Macron highlighted the importance of a Europe that maintains its transatlantic relations while asserting its own interests and defending its values through European mechanisms.

Facing the emerging challenges and concerns, the Franco-German partnership remains solid, urging Europe to respond with greater unity, ambition, boldness, and independence.