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United Partnership in Europe: Strengthening our bonds as allies Weimar Triangle

Germany's Minister for Europe and Climate within the Foreign Office, Anna Lührmann, held talks with her counterparts, Laurence Boone from Paris and Konrad Szymański from Warsaw, during the Weimar Triangle meeting, which took place on September 15-16, 2022.

Europe's Cooperation: United in Union as Partners Weimar Triangle
Europe's Cooperation: United in Union as Partners Weimar Triangle

United Partnership in Europe: Strengthening our bonds as allies Weimar Triangle

The Weimar Triangle, a forum for German-French-Polish cooperation, has been a beacon of unity and collaboration in Europe for over three decades. Established as a response to the ongoing challenges faced by the continent, the Weimar Triangle symbolises the ability to shape the future together and across borders.

The latest meeting of the Weimar Triangle, held in January 2020, was a response to the impact of Russia's war of aggression on Ukraine and Europe. The discussions during this meeting centred on finding answers to the challenges posed by this conflict. The three ministers, exchanging views with refugees from Ukraine, used the opportunity to engage with those directly affected by the war.

The meeting aimed to foster a common future in a strong, values-based European Union. The shared commitment of the three ministers is to find answers to current challenges and secure a common future in this union. The consequences of Russia's war of aggression and support for Ukraine as part of the European family were the main focus of the discussions.

Fast forward to September 2022, the last Weimar Triangle conference was attended by German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, French President Emmanuel Macron, and Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki. The Joint Declaration of the European ministers from Germany, France, and Poland, dated September 16, 2022, includes a commitment to strengthening civil society cooperation within the Weimar Triangle.

The Weimar Triangle meeting in January 2020 was not just a response to the immediate impact of the war, but also a forum for joint reflection, promoting open dialogue, mutual understanding, and trust. This format has proven to be vital in addressing the ongoing challenges faced by Europe.

In conclusion, the Weimar Triangle continues to play a crucial role in shaping Europe's future, fostering unity, and providing a platform for open dialogue and mutual understanding. The shared commitment of the three nations to find answers to current challenges and secure a common future in a strong, values-based European Union remains unwavering.

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