Emmanuel Macron: President of France

Emmanuel Jean-Michel Frédéric Macron was born on December 21, 1977, in Amiens, France. He has been serving as the President of France since May 14, 2017. Before his presidency, Macron pursued an education in philosophy, public affairs, and administration, graduating from the École nationale d'administration (ENA) in 2004. His professional career includes working as an investment banker at Rothschild & Cie Banque.

Current Role

As the President of France, Macron's official residence and workplace is the Élysée Palace in Paris, France.

Important Events

During his presidency, Macron has been notably opposed to the EU-Mercosur trade agreement, which involves the European Union and the South American trade bloc Mercosur. His opposition is based on concerns about environmental standards and the impact on French farmers. In 2019, Macron expressed doubts about Brazil's commitment to environmental protection, particularly following the Amazon rainforest fires under President Jair Bolsonaro. This stance emphasizes France's policy of prioritizing environmental commitments in international trade agreements.

Additionally, Macron has advocated for a cooperative rebalancing among global economies, including China, the US, and the EU, amidst rising trade tensions.

Modified: 2026/01/28

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