As Le Pen looms, Macron and Merz bid to show Franco-German engine still has clout
The leaders promised a broad push on defense, industry and technology as the 2027 French presidential election raises questions about whether their agreements will endure.
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Published: 16 July 2026
Source: Politico Europe Technology
Category: News
Topics: Misinformation · Military & security
Retrieved: 17 July 2026
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