Macron discusses new joint defense industry projects with Germany at summit.

New defence dynamic for Europe at the heart of Franco-German summit. Chancellor Friedrich Merz is hosting President Emmanuel Macron this evening on the eve of a Franco-German cabinet meeting. One of the goals is to bounce back with new joint projects involving the defence industry of both countries following the failure of a common fighter jet project. Here is a summary of the key issues to be discussed at this meeting taking place at a German Air Force base near Cologne.