“Emmanuel Macron: assessment of a busy week and outlook for the future”
French President Emmanuel Macron recently gave a television interview in which he reflected on an intense week marked by the official visit of the King of the United Kingdom and Pope Francis. This “historic” week, which coincided with the Rugby World Cup, was an opportunity for France to highlight its international status and assert its role on the world stage.
However, beyond these positive events, the president will also have to address the challenges and controversial subjects of the start of the school year. Among them, the question of inflation and purchasing power, which particularly concerns the French during this back-to-school period. Political oppositions criticize the government for its alleged inaction in the face of this problem, especially since the decision to authorize the sale of fuel at a loss is encountering difficulties.
The president will also be expected on the question of immigration, following the statements of Pope Francis during his visit to France. If the Élysée assures that France has nothing to be ashamed of its reception and integration policies, the left points out the hypocrisy of the president who is implementing controversial migration policies. Faced with the controversy surrounding the immigration law and the difficulty of finding a parliamentary majority to adopt it, Emmanuel Macron could mention a possible opening of the referendum on social issues, including immigration.
Finally, the president’s interview will also be an opportunity to talk about international news and the complex issues facing France. In particular, the situation in Niger after the July coup and the position of France which refuses to withdraw its troops and its ambassador declared persona non grata by the military regime. In addition, Emmanuel Macron, who had tried to play a mediating role in the conflict in Nagorno-Karabakh, will have to face the latest developments in this crisis.
In conclusion, Emmanuel Macron’s television interview was an opportunity for him to take stock of a week full of historical events, but also to address the subjects that concern the French. From inflation to immigration to international issues, the president will have to provide answers and perspectives for the future. It remains to be seen whether his arguments will be convincing in allaying the population’s concerns.