Reconciliation after the Second World War: Sixty Years of the Eliza Treaty
Sixty years have passed since the ‘Elysée Treaty’ was signed as a result of reconciliation between Germany and France after the Second World War. On this occasion, the French President and the German Chancellor also reiterated their commitment to shape the European future together.
60. Jubiläum des Élysée-Vertrags | Frankreich, Paris | Olaf Scholz und Emmanuel Macron60. Jubiläum des Élysée-Vertrags | Frankreich, Paris | Olaf Scholz and Emmanuel Macron
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Reconciliation after the Second World War: Sixty Years of the Eliza Treaty
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Sixty years have passed since the ‘Elysée Treaty’ was signed as a result of reconciliation between Germany and France after the Second World War. On this occasion, the French President and the German Chancellor also reiterated their commitment to shape the European future together.
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During the Second World War, Nazi Germany also occupied France. 18 years after the end of the war, the German chancellor Konrad Adenauer and the French president Charles de Gaulle signed the Elysée Treaty, which ensured reconciliation and close cooperation between the two countries, forgetting the bitterness of the past. ‘ is called
The agreement was signed in 1963 and today, on the occasion of its 60th anniversary, current German Chancellor Olaf Schulz was the guest of French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris.
The two leaders, in their speeches on the occasion, reiterated their commitment that Germany and France, the largest economies of the European Union and jointly known as the engine of the European Union process, will build and shape the European future. Will continue to work together for
Address of the President
On this occasion, a joint function of the national parliamentary bodies of the two neighboring countries was also held. Speaking at the event, French President Macron said, “Our two countries still have a lot to do together, advancing our joint efforts, so that we can ensure the creation of a more independent, more united and more democratic Europe.” can make.
In his speech at the event held in Paris, the French President mentioned the close cooperation and understanding between Berlin and Paris spanning decades, saying, “Today, it is like this for any French to mention Germany.” It’s like he’s talking about a part of himself.”
In the words of President Macron, “Today’s France and Germany are like two hearts in one chest, our position today is exactly the same.”
Chancellor Schulz’s answer in French
In response to President Macron’s speech, German Chancellor Schulz, speaking at the event, thanked the French President and said, “Thank you very much, Mr. President!” I am grateful to you from the bottom of my heart.” Chancellor Schulz addressed President Makro and said these words in French as an expression of feelings of friendship and closeness.
“I am grateful not only to you, but also to all my French brothers and sisters for this friendship,” said Chancellor Scholes.
According to Olaf Schulz, “Europe needs to be made more independent and both Germany and France are committed to this goal.”