Emmanuel Macron se livre pendant plus d'1h45 sur ses 7 ans au pouvoir, ses succès, échecs, perception, et responsabilités des Français. Sujets abordés : éducation, polarisation, sécurité, guerre, religions, tech, écologie, santé. Décision de dissolution de l'Assemblée Nationale et processus de prise de décisions.

France’s president is known for pronouncements of grand scope with one eye toward history. But when our journalists visited him at his residence his assessment of the state of the world was bleak—a dark, prophetic call to arms. In this special episode, we ask whether his view is accurate, whether his proposed solutions would work and whether he is the person to enact them.Read the full transcript of our interview here.Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+. For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

French President Macron, European Commission President von der Leyen met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Paris, discussing the need for China and Europe to contribute to world peace. Topics include ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, Brazil flooding due to climate change, and concerns in Gaza over ceasefire negotiations.

French President Emmanuel Macron shares insights on Europe's future amid a shifting geopolitical landscape. He stresses the urgent need for a comprehensive reset in energy, trade, and security to enhance competitiveness. Macron dives into the complexities of investment strategies, emphasizing Franco-German collaboration. The discussion touches on the importance of tariff agreements with China to protect European car manufacturers. He also highlights the balance between EU integration and national sovereignty as essential for addressing rising nationalism.

Emmanuel Macron, one of the most intriguing yet polarizing leaders of modern politics, reflects on his philosophical journey from academia to the presidency. He discusses the challenges and shortcomings of his centrist vision, particularly amid rising far-right sentiments. The conversation dives into his complex marriage, societal expectations, and the evolving landscape of French political ideologies. Macron also critiques EU migration policies, highlighting the harsh realities faced by migrants, illuminating the moral dilemmas surrounding modern governance.

Michel Barnier, ancien négociateur du Brexit, expose les défis de la formation d'un gouvernement diversifié. Emmanuel Macron et Edouard Philippe sont au cœur de tensions politiques, avec des compliments mesurés mais une compétition visible. Barnier navigue habilement entre les clivages gauche-droite, tout en faisant face aux critiques croissantes concernant les dépenses publiques. Les luttes internes au sein de la gauche, ainsi que les préoccupations budgétaires pour 2024, ajoutent à la complexité du paysage politique français actuel.

Pavel Durov, the Russian-born CEO of Telegram, recently arrested in France, discusses the fallout from his detention amid a criminal probe. French President Emmanuel Macron weighs in as tensions between France and Russia escalate. The conversation covers Ukraine's aggressive military maneuvers attempting to breach Russian defenses in the Belgorod region. Topics also delve into the implications of Durov’s arrest for user privacy and the tech industry, highlighting the intersection of international relations and digital communication.

President Macron and BBC's Europe Editor discuss the rise of hard-right parties in European politics, France's far-right National Rally's win, and Macron's snap general election decision. They also explore the nuances between centre right, hard right, and nationalist right parties in Europe, the impact of EU elections on German politics, and rising extremism concerns in Europe.

French President Emmanuel Macron discusses his bold plan to transform Europe, focusing on economic growth and global security. He addresses controversial domestic reforms, attracting foreign investment, and positioning France as a key player in Europe's financial landscape.

French President Emmanuel Macron discusses the need for additional EU spending, challenges faced by European banks, innovation, job creation, renewable energy policies, shifting primary listing, ESG measures, climate change alignment, France's competitive advantage in luxury and fashion industries, and navigating international trade relations between Europe and China.