Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni met French President Emmanuel Macron in Rome on Tuesday for talks aimed at easing tensions between the two countries.

The discussions centered on trade, EU relations, and connections with the United States. Meloni wants deeper ties with US President Donald Trump, whereas Macron prefers a more independent EU posture. Both support Ukraine, but have different intentions for peacekeeping troops, according to Reuters.

No statement followed the meeting, though Italy’s foreign minister called the visit a positive step.