President Joe Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron are set to meet at the Elysee Palace for bilateral talks on Saturday, following a history of disagreements and tense moments between the two leaders.
The relationship between Biden and Macron has been strained at times, with disagreements over issues such as the handling of the crisis in Ukraine and the positioning of French troops in the region. However, despite these differences, the White House insists that the relationship between the US and France remains strong.
During a recent phone call between the two leaders, Biden expressed concerns about the potential escalation of conflict if French troops were positioned in Ukraine, warning that an attack on French troops by Russian forces could lead to a third world war. Despite these differences in opinion, the White House maintains that the relationship between Biden and Macron is warm and close.
The upcoming meeting between the two leaders will focus on a range of issues, including new initiatives on law enforcement cooperation in the maritime domain and discussions on climate change and clean energy technologies. The leaders will also address the ongoing crisis in Ukraine and efforts to secure a ceasefire in Gaza.
Overall, while Biden and Macron may not see eye to eye on every issue, the White House is confident that the relationship between the two leaders is strong and that they will continue to work together on important global issues.