Rubio in Munich: Rebuilding a Rocky Partnership

Marco Rubio, the United States Secretary of State, spoke at the Munich Security Conference on February 14, 2026. The Munich Security Conference is a meeting where leaders talk about safety and world problems. Rubio said the United States and Europe belong together and he asked Europeans to change some policies, like how they handle migration and trade, so they can be stronger partners.

Many European leaders listened carefully. Some felt relieved by his softer tone, but they also said Europe must grow more independent on defense and the economy. The speech opened a discussion about how the United States and Europe can work together in the future.