Macron and Kramp-Karrenbauer: Franco-German dialogue on the future of Europe

Abstract

The paper evaluates the proposals made by French President E. Macron for reforming the EU. These proposals are compared with the response of A. Kramp-Karrenbauer, chairman of the CDU. The authors believe that the Macron initiative has not only international, but also domestic political reasons. The success of Macron's proposals depends on the support of the German side. Therefore, Macron is probably forced to continue the cooperation with the Federal Republic within the framework of the Meseberg plan.

Keywords

• franco-german tandem
• macron
• kramp-karrenbauer
• european integration