Macron warning: Europe faces the risk of decline
Macron warns that Europe is at risk of decline, and some analysts believe that becoming a vassal of the United States is the main cause of Europe's decline.
According to Agence France Presse, on the 28th local time, French President Macron warned during a meeting of French diplomats abroad held in Paris that there is a "risk of decline" in the entire West, especially Europe, in the international context of intensified competition among major powers.
Macron emphasized at the meeting that population development is not conducive to Europe, and Europe's wealth creation and share in global trade are decreasing. Macron proposed to address these challenges with an "aggressive" foreign policy and strengthening the "integration" of some EU member states. Macron said that in the current international political environment, the dominant position previously held by the West is being challenged, and the international context is becoming more complex.
French President Macron:
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I believe that the international situation is becoming increasingly complex, and there is a risk of decline in the West, especially in Europe. In this situation, we need to maintain a clear mind and not be overly pessimistic.
Makron also said that on the issue of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, a irrelevant attitude must be avoided. Macron stated that France's foreign policy should focus on security policies in the context of the Ukrainian crisis, as well as strengthening European independence and strategic interests.
Some analysts believe that although Macron did not mention the important reasons for Europe's decline in his speech, in fact, many European politicians have recently mentioned that submitting to the United States is the main reason for Europe's decline. The United States is willing to aggressively raise interest rates and introduce protectionist measures such as the Inflation Reduction Act to safeguard its own interests. Due to multiple strategic considerations such as containing Russia, continuing to control Europe, and expanding the energy export market, the United States has stirred up geopolitical conflicts, promoted the decoupling of energy between Russia and Europe, and further exacerbated the economic difficulties in Europe.