Macron hosts AI summit in Paris as EU prepares for US trade tariffs

Emmanuel Macron is hosting an AI summit in Paris, aiming to strengthen Europe's position in the global AI race. The two-day event includes around 80 leaders, including the new US vice-president JD Vance and China's vice premier. The summit comes as the EU faces potential tariffs on aluminum and steel imports from the US, announced by President Trump. EU leaders are preparing to respond to these trade threats while engaging in discussions at the summit. Macron's summit also coincides with US plans for secret negotiations with Russia regarding the Ukraine war. The outcomes of these discussions may influence Europe's approach to both AI development and international trade.