Washington-Paris: Duo or Duel?
https://doi.org/10.31249/kgt/2025.02.08
Abstract
Historically, relations between France and the United States have not been a “big calm river.” They have experienced both ups and downs, as was the case during the invasion of Iraq. France, which views the European Union as a counterweight to American influence in the world and aspires to a dominant role in a united Europe, regularly encounters opposition from the United States. Washington often reminds Paris of France’s surrender to the Nazis in 1940, its financial and economic difficulties, and criticizes its excessive ambitions and its aspiration to speak on behalf of Europe. Nevertheless, the two countries remain partners and cooperate in many areas. Since his election in May 2017, the French president has declared his intention to strengthen relations with the United States. Experts assess the interaction of political leaders during D. Trump’s first presidential term in different ways. Some argue that the relationship failed to develop, while others note, that despite contradictions, tensions were avoided. The article examines how relations between the two countries may evolve and what challenges France could face during D. Trump’s new presidential term.
About the Author
N. Yu. Lapina
Institute of Scientific Information for Social Sciences of the Russian Academy of Sciences (INION RAN)
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Natalia Yu. Lapina, Dr. Sc. (Political Sciences) Chief Researcher, Head of the Department of Global Issues
Nakhimovsky Avenue, 51/21, Moscow, 117418
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Lapina N.Yu. Washington-Paris: Duo or Duel? Outlines of global transformations: politics, economics, law. 2025;18(2):129-146. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.31249/kgt/2025.02.08
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