President Biden Meets With French President Emmanuel Macron

The transcript discusses a series of diplomatic meetings involving world leaders, focusing on a significant dispute between the US and France over a secret submarine deal with Australia. This deal excluded France, causing a rift as France lost a substantial contract and felt misled. President Biden described the situation as 'clumsy' and emphasized the need to prevent similar issues in the future. The transcript concludes with a focus on repairing US-France relations.

What was the main topic of the bilateral meeting in Rome?

• Trade agreements

• A secret submarine deal

• Climate change

• Military exercises

Why did France oppose the US-British submarine deal?

• It was too expensive

• It excluded France

• It was not approved by the UN

• It involved nuclear weapons

What was one of the consequences for France due to the submarine deal?

• Improved relations with China

• Lost over $60 billion

• Gained new allies

• Increased military presence in the Pacific

How did President Biden describe the handling of the submarine deal situation?

• Strategic

• Transparent

• Efficient

• Clumsy

What did the French President emphasize as important for future relations?

• Improving communication technology

• Strengthening military ties

• Preventing similar incidents

• Increasing trade