Macron in Washington: the underside of a visit with great fanfare

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The president and his wife land Tuesday evening in the United States for a four-day trip. Their second state visit since 2018, welcomes the Élysée.

Par Mathilde Siraudspecial correspondent in Washington

The French president and his wife land Tuesday evening in the American federal capital accompanied by a large and prestigious delegation.
© LUDOVIC MARIN / AFP

Published on 11/29/2022 at 5:31 p.m.

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FShould this be seen as a sign on the American side of a desire to definitively turn the page on the submarine crisis? Or the mark of strong consideration for the transatlantic link and for France, the “oldest ally” of the United States? US President Joe Biden and his wife are hosting the Macron couple in Washington this week for a state visit, the highest level of diplomatic protocol. This is the first time that the Democratic president has organized such a reception since his election in 2020, highlights the Élysée, which sees in it “a rare mark of recognition”, “a strong gesture”. “It is an honor that is done to France rather than to any other European country, so we appreciate it at its fair value “, we savor at the Palace. Joe Biden’s predecessor…

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