The Political Dimension of the Franco-German Reconciliation: Back to June 6, 2004 Visions franco-allemandes, No. 3, December 2004

For more than two years, the Franco-German relation has been blessed by profoundness, stability and an exceptional trust. This has been underlined by Gerhard Schröder's presence at the time of the commemorative ceremonies of June 6, 2004 which aroused an approval on both sides of the Rhine that was not necessarily obvious.

More than a reconcialiation between two people, the aim was to emphasize a mutual solidarity and a co-responsibility towards the future of Germany, France, and Europe.

Despite political tensions that may occur once in a while, there is now a tremendous density of links between the two countries. Yet the fresh start of January 2003 bilateral cooperation cannot disregard persisting contradictions and incoherences, whether at the Franco-German level itself or at the European one between the duo and Brussels.

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