Macron Calls for Europe to Rediscover 'Courage of Its Founders' as Pope Visits Metz
French President Emmanuel Macron warned against a 'resurgence of nationalism' as he spoke alongside Pope Leo XIV on the final day of the pontiff's visit to France.
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French President Emmanuel Macron said Europe must rediscover the "courage of its founders" and resist a "resurgence of nationalism," speaking alongside Pope Leo XIV in Metz on the last day of the pope's visit to France.
Macron's remarks came as part of a joint appearance with the pope, whose four-day visit to France concluded with addresses in Metz focused on unity and dialogue in Europe.
The French president's comments echoed broader themes raised during the visit, including concerns about rising nationalism and the erosion of cooperative relations among European states.
The source material does not provide the full text of Macron's address or additional details on the specific policy context behind his remarks.
The joint appearance marked one of the final public events of the pope's visit to France.
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- REPLAY: France's Macron speaks on European Union as pope visits Metz — France 24 — English
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