French President Emmanuel Macron has called for deeper academic and cultural cooperation between France and China. Speaking during his visit to Sichuan University, he said both countries should increase exchanges in education, research and creative fields to build long-term understanding and
Chinese President Xi Jinping met French President Emmanuel Macron in Beijing on Wednesday during Macron’s state visit to China. The meeting focused on global security concerns, economic cooperation and growing geopolitical tensions affecting Europe and Asia. Macron Urges China To Play Bigger Role On Ukraine Macron reiterated that China should use its influence to help […]
Ukraine has signed a letter of intent with France to potentially acquire up to 100 Rafale fighter jets, along with drones and advanced air-defence systems. The announcement followed President Volodymyr Zelenskiy’s meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris. The understanding marks one of the largest prospective defence packages between the two countries. What
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu narrowly survived two no-confidence motions in the National Assembly, securing a temporary lifeline for his fragile government. Political concessions To gain support, Lecornu agreed to suspend President Macron’s controversial pension reform, a key demand from the Socialist Party. Vote breakdown The first motion, proposed by left-wing
French President Emmanuel Macron has reappointed Sébastien Lecornu as Prime Minister just days after his abrupt resignation, as France grapples with deep political volatility. Swift Return Amid Crisis Lecornu had stepped down after his new cabinet collapsed within hours, following criticism and political pushback. Despite that, he accepted the prime minister post again
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu tendered his resignation on Monday, marking one of the shortest tenures for a head of government in the modern French Republic. Sudden Resignation Lecornu, who was appointed on September 9, resigned just 27 days into the job. He stepped down less than 24 hours after unveiling his cabinet. The major […]
On 22 September 2025, France officially recognised the State of Palestine during the United Nations General Assembly session. President Emmanuel Macron announced the step as part of France’s ongoing commitment to the Middle East peace process. What Macron Emphasised Macron said the recognition was meant to strengthen the path to a two-state solution. He underlined […]
A high-level summit co-hosted by France and Saudi Arabia opened at the United Nations, aiming to revive the long-stalled two-state solution for Israel and Palestine. Leaders attending the UN General Assembly are expected to announce formal recognition of a Palestinian state. Countries Recognising Palestine The United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Portugal have already
France is preparing for major strikes and protests on 18 September as trade unions rally against planned budget cuts. Key sectors such as education, healthcare, transportation, and pharmacies are expected to be disrupted. Authorities have warned of widespread inconvenience, particularly in Paris. What Protesters Demand Unions and opposition groups are demanding that the
India’s decision to back the UN resolution endorsing the two-state solution for Palestine marked a significant departure from its recent abstentions. In siding with the overwhelming majority at the General Assembly, New Delhi appeared to prioritize its broader global calculus over bilateral sensitivities with Israel. The result was a moment where France gained credibility















