Macron and Merz discuss strengthening Franco-German relations

Friedrich Merz, the new leader of Germany's Christian Democrats, visited Paris for a working dinner with President Emmanuel Macron. This meeting comes just three days after Germany's parliamentary elections. Merz's trip highlights the urgency to strengthen Franco-German relations amid declining transatlantic ties. Macron recently returned from discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump. This dinner marks Merz's first international engagement as he seeks to align with Macron on European issues. The two leaders have previously established a positive working relationship.