French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday reaffirmed France’s commitment to national sovereignty, European security and multilateralism, issuing a firm but indirect response to recent statements and policies associated with the United States president.
In a post on X published Friday evening, Macron said France’s foreign policy is guided by the principle of respecting the sovereignty and independence of nations, “in Europe and elsewhere,” adding that this commitment underpins France’s support for the United Nations and its charter.
On that basis, Macron said France will continue to support Ukraine and has helped build what he described as a “coalition of the willing” aimed at securing a “robust and lasting peace,” while defending European security interests.
Macron also defended France’s participation in a military exercise organized by Denmark in Greenland, a move that has drawn scrutiny amid rising geopolitical tensions in the Arctic. He said the decision reflects growing concerns about security at “the outer edges of our Europe.”
“We fully assume this decision, because security in the Arctic and at the outer edges of our Europe is at stake,” Macron wrote.
Without naming the United States or its president, Macron rejected what he described as intimidation, threats and economic pressure, signaling resistance to recent rhetoric and trade warnings from Washington.
“No intimidation or threat will influence us—neither in Ukraine, nor in Greenland, nor anywhere else in the world when we are confronted with such situations,” he said.
Macron also criticized the use of tariff threats, calling them “unacceptable” and warning that Europe would respond collectively if such measures are implemented.
“Europeans will respond in a united and coordinated manner should they be confirmed,” he said, adding that Europe would ensure its sovereignty is upheld.
The French president concluded by saying he would engage with European partners in that spirit, reinforcing calls for unity at a time of heightened transatlantic and global tensions.
Macron’s remarks come amid strained relations between Washington and several European capitals over security policy, trade disputes and differing approaches to global conflicts, including the war in Ukraine and strategic competition in the Arctic region.
Source: www.kumasimail.com
