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“The trans-Atlantic relationship is strong and must remain so. The U.S. is an ally in the camp of freedom. On security and military questions, whether in Iraq and Syria or in Africa, we are closely tied to one another.”

Quote by Emmanuel Macron

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Emmanuel Macron
Emmanuel Macron

Emmanuel Macron is a French politician currently serving as the Minister of the Economy, Finance, and Industry. Born on December 21, 1977, in the northern city of Amiens, Macron has made a name for himself with his reformist spirit and modern political style. He obtained a doctorate from the École Normale Supérieure and entered the political scene in 2012, serving as the Minister of the Economy. In 2014, he left government to join the Socialist Party, and in 2016, he founded his own party, En Marche!, and was elected President of France, becoming the youngest president in French history. more

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