In Brussels on February 3, French President Emmanuel Macron stated that if Europe faces attacks on its commercial interests, it must earn respect. He made these remarks before an informal defense meeting with EU leaders in Brussels. Macron highlighted that recent statements from the United States are prompting Europe to strengthen its unity.
Macron emphasized, As much as Covid and Russian aggression in Ukraine served as wake-up calls for Europe, the decisions and statements of the new administration under President Donald Trump are compelling the EU to enhance its unity and proactively address collective security issues.