Macron's Policy Shift in Africa, Changing Arms Trade, Influencer Boxing, and Economist Podcast Deals

President Macron's reversal on maintaining presence in coup-stricken Niger signals broader change in France's relations in Africa.
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9/10/2023

Niger's Junta Accuses France of Preparing Possible Military Intervention After Coup

France is accused by Niger's military leaders of amassing forces for a potential military intervention in the country following the recent coup. French President Emmanuel Macron stated that he would only act upon the demand of the deposed Nigerien leader and expressed support for a possible military intervention by ECOWAS.

9/19/2023

Macron Clarifies Comments on Video Games, Praises French Gaming Industry

French President Emmanuel Macron clarified his views on video games, stating that he sees them as an opportunity for France, its youth, and its economy, and condemning violence instead of blaming video games for riots in the country.