US President Joe Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron held a joint news conference at the White House on Thursday. Biden said he’s prepared to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin if he’s looking for a way to end the Ukraine crisis. The French leader said that once Ukraine sets conditions for a peace agreement, he’s willing to talk with Putin. The visit follows a dramatic bounce-back in US-French relations compared to just a year ago. Both sides see it as an opportunity to deepen their partnership on a slew of global challenges.
French President Emmanuel Macron and US Vice President Joe Biden meet for the first time at the White House. One of the biggest points of tension will be over electric vehicle subsidies included in the Inflation Reduction Act. French officials said he intends to raise the issue in meetings with Biden and congressional leaders. The Macrons are attending the first state dinner of the Biden administration.
