In a meeting that was surprised by the cordiality, US President Donald Trump and France President Emmanuel Macron made a joint press conference, addressing crucial topics such as war in Ukraine and transatlantic relations.
During the CNN 360 ° of Monday (24), International Analyst Fernanda Magotta pointed out that the meeting “came out better than the order”, considering the differences between the two leaders. The friendly tone and the personal approach, with the presidents dealing with the first name, caught the eye.
Attempt to approach and search for convergences
Trump opened his speech by congratulating the French government for the reconstruction of Notre Dame Cathedral, while Macron reinforced the French’s joy in receiving the US president in reopening. This gesture was interpreted as an attempt to build an environment favorable to dialogue.
The analyst points out that this may be Trump’s first nod to allies after a period of tensions, especially with regard to tariff issues.
“It’s a clear diplomatic nod in an attempt to keep Trump inside a dialogue zone and some control,” says Magotta.
Divergences about the war in Ukraine
Despite the cordial tone, the differences in positioning in relation to the conflict in Ukraine were evident. Trump emphasized the search for a ceasefire, while Macron made it clear that “lasting peace goes far beyond a ceasefire, nor does Ukraine surrender mean.”
Magotta explains that the sensitivity of Europeans for the theme is different from that of Americans, due to the geographical position and commitments made to Ukraine in the last three years.
However, the analyst points out that, despite the divergences, both leaders have been careful when communicating, indicating that there is still room for the construction of a common exit.
The meeting between Trump and Macron represents a diplomatic effort to maintain open dialogue between the United States and Europe, in a moment of geopolitical uncertainties.
The cordiality demonstrated positively surprised, signaling a possible “operation-giving” in transatlantic relations.
This content was originally published under analysis: Meeting between Trump and Macron came out “better than the order” on the CNN Brazil website.
Source: CNN Brasil
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