European Interest

Juncker goes to Washington

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European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker is slated to meet with US President Donald Trump at the White House on July 25.

European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker is slated to meet with US President Donald Trump at the White House on July 25.

According to a White House press release, the two leaders will discuss a wide range of priorities, including foreign and security policy, counterterrorism, energy security, and economic growth. President Trump and President Juncker will focus on improving transatlantic trade and forging a stronger economic partnership.

Relations between Washington and Brussels are strained.

According to media reports announcing the meeting, neither leader is expected to hold a press conference and report to journalists on the outcome of the meeting.

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