Europe at a crossroads: Rethinking Franco-German leadership

François Picard is pleased to welcome Jeanette Süß, Researcher at the Study Committee on Franco-German Relations (Cerfa) at the French Institute of International Relations (Ifri). France and Germany have often been referred to as the driving force of the EU. While their visions of Europe do diverge they've sought common ground. Now, as the EU faces formidable challenges amidst Russian aggression, US unpredictability, and internal fragmentation, the EU and the Franco-German alliance are being tested like never before.

Jan 27, 2026 - 04:00
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Europe at a crossroads: Rethinking Franco-German leadership
François Picard is pleased to welcome Jeanette Süß, Researcher at the Study Committee on Franco-German Relations (Cerfa) at the French Institute of International Relations (Ifri). France and Germany have often been referred to as the driving force of the EU. While their visions of Europe do diverge they've sought common ground. Now, as the EU faces formidable challenges amidst Russian aggression, US unpredictability, and internal fragmentation, the EU and the Franco-German alliance are being tested like never before.

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