Emmanuel Macron is facing a political crisis after France “lost control” of parts of its territory, according to a French government representative. Louis Le Franc, the high commissioner of the Republic in New Caledonia, admitted areas of the Pacific territory have “escaped”
New Caledonia has descended into violent chaos this week, with at least three people killed during riots and more than 130 arrested. Unrest erupted on the remote French-ruled Pacific island paradise following a move in Paris to change the territory’s voting rules.
After a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Paris on Monday, French President Emmanuel Macron faced criticism from Generation Frexit leader Charles-Henri Gallois for what was deemed as an over reliance on European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. Gallois took
Russia has warned that it may target British military assets in Ukraine following remarks made by Foreign Secretary Lord David Cameron during a visit to Kyiv. The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that Cameron’s comments were provocative and could lead to
Emmanuel Macron was subtly humiliated outside his own Presidential residence by his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping who arrived for an official state visit. Xi Jinping pulled up at the French presidential palace today for talks which will focus on both trade disputes
Ahead of the upcoming European elections, French President Emmanuel Macron denounced European nationalists, branding them “hidden Brexiteers” and “bank robbers”. His remarks come as polling suggests a surge in support for Eurosceptic parties, raising concerns about the future direction of the European
French President Emmanuel Macron acknowledged that the European Union alone might not be sufficient to counter threats posed by Russia. He highlighted the importance of working closely with non-EU partners, including the United Kingdom, to build a comprehensive European security framework. Speaking
Emmanuel Macron has once again indicated his willingness to deploy NATO troops in Ukraine in a move which one European defence minister warned would trigger World War 3. The French President’s metamorphosis from dove to hawk has been notable in recent months,
What began as peaceful May Day protests turned violent in Paris as police fired tear gas to control the crowds, leading to clashes with demonstrators. Thousands of people marched through the streets of the French capital on Wednesday, seeking better pay and
The British and Irish governments are facing mounting pressure as they grapple with asylum policy and its implications for migration across the Irish Sea. Megan Gittoes, Director of Communications and Policy at the Henry Jackson Society, noted that emergency legislation announced by