German Chancellor Friedrich Merz affirmed that Germany intends to maintain and deepen its close relationship with France, irrespective of the political outcomes in Paris or the upcoming presidential election. Regarding the future leadership in France, Merz noted that current president Emmanuel Macron is constitutionally ineligible to run for a third term. However, he expressed confidence that the successor will prioritize the mutual interests of both nations.
“Emmanuel Macron will not be able to be the next president of France, but I assume that whoever succeeds him will be guided by what is right and necessary for the interests of our countries,” Merz stated. The German Chancellor emphasized that this commitment to partnership remains steadfast, regardless of the French electorate’s decision. “We will do everything we can to make cooperation with our French neighbor as close, deep and based on trust as possible, regardless of how the French people vote,” he asserted.
Merz clarified that Germany’s dedication to strengthening ties extends to both the French presidency and the National Assembly. He concluded by stating, “Germany’s hand will always remain extended for deeper and more reliable cooperation with France, regardless of the decisions of the voters in our two countries.” The constitutional constraint mentioned limits the French president to two consecutive terms, which is the situation that prevents Macron from seeking re-election.
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