A 'positive change' for France and UK
After centuries of squabbles and diplomatic wrangles, closer military relations between Britain and France may be met with reluctance on both sides of the English Channel.
Yet defence analysts insist the traditionally uneasy bedfellows could prosper from the relationship – despite recent difficulties over Nato and Iraq.
Sarwar Kashmeri, a senior fellow at the International Security Program of the Atlantic Council, said recent developments suggest the two nations may have overcome their difficulties.
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Hide Ad"There will be understandable caution but I think this will be a very positive change for the way European countries work together.
"If this collaboration ends the turf wars that occupy the EU-Nato relationship, it will be a real step in the right direction.
"It will benefit the EU, Nato, and ultimately the transatlantic alliance with the US."