French President Emmanuel Macron suggested that France may need to surpass NATO’s 2 percent GDP defense spending target, particularly if the U.S. military withdraws from Europe. Macron emphasized the importance of preparing for potential scenarios without American support and urged European countries to invest in their defense industry to create continental champions. He criticized the fragmentation of Europe’s weapons-makers and highlighted the need for simplification and integration in the defense sector, as seen in Germany and Italy’s joint venture for tank production.
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EU to boost food exports to Ukraine as part of updated trade deal
The EU has reached a preliminary agreement with Ukraine to enhance food exports, adjusting their prewar trade pact and requiring Ukraine to align its agricultural standards with EU regulations by 2028. This deal, aimed at addressing concerns from EU farmers, follows tensions over Ukrainian imports affecting local markets, particularly in Poland and Hungary, and includes provisions for increased quotas while maintaining market stability. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: The EU and Ukraine have...
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