The Multipolar Race for Africa Has Already Begun
France’s latest push to “reset” relations with Africa is less a confident diplomatic renewal and more an admission that the geopolitical map of the continent has already changed. President Emmanuel…
France Accuses Russia of Escalating War with Massive Civilian Strikes
By launching a new massive strike of drones and missiles against Ukrainian cities and civilians—the largest in the past four years—Russia is further compounding the outrage of its aggression. It…
India Positions Itself as Global Hub for Deep-Tech Innovation
Chaired the Industry Leaders Roundtable for Bharat Innovates 2026 with global industry leaders and institutional partners to strengthen India’s deep-tech and research-driven innovation ecosystem. India’s innovation ecosystem is powered by…
China and France Discuss Global Governance and Regional Stability
Wang Yi held talks with French President’s Foreign Affairs Advisor, Bernard. On May 8, 2026, Wang Yi, member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and director of…
Macron Meets Pezeshkian, Calls for Hormuz De-escalation
I have just met with the Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian. I expressed my deep concern over the ongoing escalation, and condemned the unjustified strikes against Emirati civilian infrastructure and several…
France’s Macron to speak with Iranian counterpart
French President Emmanuel Macron says he will speak with his Iranian counterpart Masoud Pezeshkian later today to push Tehran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. – “I will be speaking…
Macron urges ‘coordinated reopening’ of Hormuz by US, Iran
French President Emmanuel Macron urged the United States and Iran Monday to reopen the Strait of Hormuz in a “coordinated” way, as the US military pressed ahead with a mission…
Canada, France Reaffirm Strong Historic and Cultural Ties
Canada and France are very close friends united by a shared history, values, and language. Emmanuel Macron and I are exploring new ways to multiply the commercial opportunities between our…
Macron Backs Iraqi Leadership Transition Amid Regional Pressures
I met with Ali Zaydi, Prime Minister tasked with forming the next Iraqi government. I congratulated him on his appointment and extended all my best wishes for success in this…
France, Greece Showcase Naval Cooperation in Mediterranean Deployment
Aboard the frigate Kimon. Built in Lorient, this defense and intervention frigate acquired by Greece demonstrates the strength of the strategic partnership that unites our two countries and that we…