Trump and Macron both announced plans to build aircraft carriers simultaneously.
The United States is being questioned about its shipbuilding capacity, while France announced the construction of the largest in European history, with the question being where the 1.02 billion euros for shipbuilding will come from.
Whether it's shipbuilding capacity or funding, none of that matters. What matters is that Trump and Macron must have this plan and announce it.
The reasoning is very simple: both the United States and France must maintain their status as major powers, and nuclear deterrence, aircraft carriers, and fighter jets remain the three essential components of a major power.
Although Trump has said he wants to implement a strategic withdrawal for the United States, the image and authority of being the boss in the Western Hemisphere must be maintained. Otherwise, how could he now encircle Venezuela to the south and want to take Greenland to the north?
As for Macron, it's simpler. He wants to become the leader of Europe. You will find that every time he returns from China, his ambitions grow! Currently, in Europe, he has nuclear capabilities, the Charles de Gaulle aircraft carrier, and the Rafale fighter jets. If he makes an effort, he can certainly become the core of Europe.
Naturally, whether it works or not is another matter; it's about thinking this way and acting accordingly.
Original article: toutiao.com/article/1852289346538570/
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