The EU's stance on Taiwan amidst China tensions.

French President Emmanuel Macron's recent comments about Europe's need for greater independence from the US in dealing with China and Taiwan have caused controversy and raised questions about the trans-Atlantic bond. While some analysts agree with Macron's sentiment, they criticize his lack of diplomacy and consultation with allies. Tensions between the US and China are expected to escalate, and the EU will increasingly be called upon to take sides. The EU and US will need to come to an agreement on how they approach China, or it could become the next trans-Atlantic crisis.