Emmanuel Macron: An expected intervention against a backdrop of national and international challenges
The French President, Emmanuel Macron, was the guest on Sunday evening on the 8 p.m. television news on TF1 and France 2. This intervention, planned by the Élysée, takes place in a national and international context marked by numerous challenges.
On the national level, Emmanuel Macron had to respond to several sensitive subjects. First of all, the president had to react to the defeat of Secretary of State Sonia Backès in the senatorial elections in New Caledonia, a disappointment for the government. In addition, he had to address the challenges of the start of the school year, such as inflation and immigration, which concern the French.
Concerning inflation and purchasing power, Emmanuel Macron was expected at the turning point by the opposition which criticizes the executive for not sufficiently protecting the French. While the sale of fuel at a loss is currently at the center of a controversy, the president had to provide concrete answers to reassure the population.
As for the question of immigration, the Head of State could clarify his intentions on opening the referendum to social questions, such as immigration, a subject which divides the French political class.
In terms of foreign policy, Emmanuel Macron had to face complex diplomatic current affairs. Indeed, France is still faced with the impasse resulting from the coup d’état in Niger last July, refusing to withdraw its troops despite the military regime’s request. In addition, the president, who tried to play the role of mediator in the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict, must find solutions for this delicate issue.
Finally, the president could also benefit from the positive effect of the recent visits of the King of the United Kingdom and the Pope to France. These events helped to highlight France’s international status and Emmanuel Macron could take advantage of them to strengthen his image on the international scene.
In conclusion, Emmanuel Macron’s intervention in the 8 p.m. television news was expected both nationally and internationally. The president was expected to address sensitive topics such as inflation, immigration and the diplomatic challenges facing France. It also needed to take advantage of recent prestigious visits to strengthen its image on the international scene.