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The two leaders are not known for their warm relationship (Photo: The Council of the European Union)

Sarkozy and Merkel keen to show united front ahead of summit

In a time-honoured EU tradition, the leaders of France and Germany have sought to present a united front ahead of a euro area leaders' meeting this Friday (7 May), despite major differences in opinion on how to deal with the Greek crisis.

In a letter addressed to the presidents of the European Commission and European Council, French President Nicolas Sarkozy and German Chancellor Angela Merkel outlined a list of initiatives they deem necessary to prevent a future repeat of the current ...

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The two leaders are not known for their warm relationship (Photo: The Council of the European Union)

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