Emmanuel Macron brings together party leaders on international situation and its implications for France
The Élysée announced a Friday meeting focused on the "rapid deterioration" of the global context and its repercussions on security and energy in France.
French President Emmanuel Macron has invited the leaders of parties represented in the French Parliament, as well as their presidential candidates, to a meeting scheduled for Friday, the Élysée announced Thursday, September 17.
According to the presidency, this meeting will address the "rapid deterioration" of the international situation and its "consequences for France on security and energy."
This initiative comes as the Middle East conflict is contributing to rising prices in Europe, amid social tensions in France, the Élysée clarified, citing RFI.
The Élysée did not provide further details at this stage regarding the format or specific agenda of this meeting.
Sources
- France: Emmanuel Macron convie les chefs de parti à une réunion sur les conflits mondiaux et leurs «conséquences» — RFI — Français
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