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Merz Aims to Ease Trump Trade Tensions

A tactical divide emerges between French and German leaders over U.S. trade policies.
WHO: Friedrich Merz, Emmanuel Macron
WHAT: Response to U.S. trade policies
WHEN: Jan 18, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
WHERE: Germany, France
WHY: To address trade tensions with the U.S.
Sources (2): Bloomberg, Politico Europe

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