Europe as 3rd Superpower? France Pushes New Role
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French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot has proposed that Europe should become a “third actor” in global politics, positioning itself as a major power alongside the United States and China. “Who could this third actor be today? It will be Europe, if we have the courage and the will,” Barrot said, explaining his vision for the continent’s future. He added that this is the stance France is actively advocating among European partners. The statement signals a push for greater European independence in international affairs, as competition between Washington and Beijing intensifies.