Glаvnе оdrеdnicе spоlјnе pоlitikе Еmаnuеlа Маkrоnа
The main determinants of Emmanuel Macron's foreign policy

Summary/Abstract: French foreign policy has been a reflection of its political history, cultural identity and national conception of France's role in the world as a global leader of freedom. In the context of growing interdependence, France faces a dynamic of globalization often perceived as a threat to national identity. The victory of Emmanuel Macron in the French presidential election in 2017 enounced the beginning of a different foreign policy. Believing in the diplomatic potential of the French Republic, President Macron underlined the necessity of a new Europe and its strategic autonomy, presenting himself as a potential new leader. Compared to the former French presidents, the youngest French president presented a different approach, staying committed to historical principles. This paper analyzes the main aspects of Macron's international activities: establishing a relationship of trust with US President Donald Trump, ”reviving” Europe by revitalizing Franco-German relations, a more cooperative relationship with Russian President Vladimir Putin and France's role in North Africa and the Middle East

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