Bastille Day in France showcases European military cooperation
- 5 years ago
The annual Bastille Day celebration in France became a showcase for European defense cooperation on Sunday as the flags of ten European countries that are in a joint military pact created last year, led the parade.
The leaders of Germany, Portugal, the Netherlands and Finland took part in the ceremony that highlighted new military technology that included a jet-powered flyboard.
In his message during the parade, French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized the importance of European defense cooperation to boost security in Europe.
Meanwhile, some anti-Macron yellow vest protesters were seen demonstrating on the sidelines of the parade.
The leaders of Germany, Portugal, the Netherlands and Finland took part in the ceremony that highlighted new military technology that included a jet-powered flyboard.
In his message during the parade, French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized the importance of European defense cooperation to boost security in Europe.
Meanwhile, some anti-Macron yellow vest protesters were seen demonstrating on the sidelines of the parade.