# As Europe’s balance of power shifts eastward, France and Spain seek to reinforce their positions

https://mins.news/en/video/83231

- France 24 English, 2026-10-02 09:49 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_8Et_0Li28

> Political scientist Carlos Mascarell Vilar says Emmanuel Macron’s visit to Spain should be viewed through the lenses of European power, political legacy and geoeconomics. France and Spain are seeking closer bilateral ties as Europe’s balance of power changes rapidly, especially with eastern countries such as Poland gaining importance.

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