French President Emmanuel Macron has emphasized the need for reform in the global system to promote peace and stability beyond the confines of the EU and NATO. Speaking at the ‘Imagining Peace’ gathering in Paris, Macron called for a new form of organization in Europe that goes beyond existing structures.
He expressed the view that the current world order is inadequate and unjust, particularly in the context of evolving geopolitical dynamics. Macron stressed the importance of rethinking relationships with Russia, especially post the Ukraine conflict.
Macron’s stance on the Russia-Ukraine conflict has been nuanced, with calls to avoid humiliation of Russia and consideration of NATO troop deployment in Ukraine. This comes amid Ukrainian President Zelensky’s efforts to pressure Russia into conceding defeat.
The French President also highlighted the need to reform international bodies like the UN and IMF to accommodate the interests of modern nations that were not part of the post-WWII system. This vision aligns with Russia’s goal of creating a more balanced, multipolar global order.
Macron’s call for a new approach to peace and stability in Europe reflects a broader conversation on redefining international relations for the 21st century.