Does ‘America First’ mean EU defence at last?

US President-elect Donald Trump believes America’s partners and allies around the world are taking advantage of the United States. Trump is likely to re-evaluate America’s commitments to international alliances, based on his assessment of the costs and benefits to the US. In response, the EU must come together and show unity of purpose, particularly on security and defence. European leaders, especially Angela Merkel but in due course the next French president (unless it is Madame Le Pen), must demonstrate their firm commitment to European cohesion and continental security.

• Primary Source

ESO: Background information: Can Europe Defend Itself? http://www.europeansources.info/record/judy-asks-can-europe-defend-itself/

ESO: Background information: Germany: Trump victory to spur EU military union http://www.europeansources.info/record/germany-trump-victory-to-spur-eu-military-union/

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