“The fundamental importance of this situation has been completely underestimated.”
German newspaper Bild also lashed the EU as columnist Peter Tiede claimed the contract signed with AstraZeneca was “a declaration of bankruptcy for Brussels, an indictment of the 27 member states. An insult to Europe and all of us”.
Over in France, Mr Macron faced more backlash after he incorrectly said the AstraZeneca vaccine was ineffective for people over 65
Newspaper Le Figaro pointed out the UK s success as it ran with the headline: “Vaccination: Brexit 1, Brussels 0”.
EU countries including France and Germany have trailed behind the UK in vaccinations (Image: EXPRESS)
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Uncertainty in German domestic politics will have an impact on the EU as Angela Merkel passes on the baton
It is the end of an era as German Chancellor Angela Merkel steps down as the head of her political party after 15 years in office & at least a decade as the European Unionâs tallest leader. Her term in political life has its shares of successes and failures, but what is agreed upon is her ability to build consensus, to provide the balance between seemingly diverse views and having the political clout, internally & externally, to get things done. As Europe struggles with COVID pandemic, recovery package, reform measures, and the threat of Euroskeptics and external challenges â her legacy will be missed.
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What Macron’s clash with Islam reveals about France
Emmanuel Macron delivering a speech. PHOTO: AFP
What Macron’s clash with Islam reveals about France
Macron also asked (in the sternest sense of the term) Muslim leaders to agree to a “charter of republican values”
“Liberté, égalité, fraternité” – Liberty, equality, fraternity. These were the values which inspired the French Revolution of 1789. It’s a compelling idea: regardless of background, anyone who chooses to be part of France is French and has access to these values. Although it has been a long climb towards equality, until recently these ideals remained the goal, a bulwark which provided inspiration to peoples across the globe and were the basis of French pride.
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