French, German FMs discuss joint commitment to strengthening EU
(MENAFN) French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot and his German counterpart Johann Wadephul underscored their joint commitment to strengthening the European Union and supporting Ukraine during a press conference held Friday in Paris.
“We share the same commitment to the Franco-German engine — a unique partnership that places us at the forefront of efforts for a united, strong, more sovereign and more resilient Europe,” Barrot said. “We believe in a European Union capable of acting, of protecting its citizens, of defending its democratic values, and of speaking with a clear voice on the international stage.”
Barrot announced that both countries had agreed on a comprehensive agenda to revitalize bilateral cooperation. This includes enhancing European security and defense, boosting competitiveness, and aligning economic and social systems across the EU.
“We will continue to strengthen our own defense capabilities and support our European defense industrial and technological base,” he added.
Wadephul echoed the sentiment, stressing that Europe must take responsibility for its own future and security. He emphasized the need for determined, long-term support for Ukraine in the face of what he described as "intolerable Russian aggression."
“This support includes, in particular, the continued supply of weapons to enable Ukraine to defend itself, but also the tightening of economic sanctions against Russia to dry up the resources financing its aggression,” Barrot stated.
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