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Emmanuel Macron

French President and politician

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French President and politician

Emmanuel Macron, born in 1977, is the President of France since 2017. He is a Co-Prince of Andorra and founder of the centrist party Renaissance. Macron, a former investment banker, led business-friendly reforms as Minister of Economics. He won the 2017 presidential election and secured a majority in the National Assembly. Macron was reelected in 2022, overseeing reforms and facing protests. In foreign policy, he focused on EU reforms and international relations.

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1974

Emmanuel Macron sent off to boarding school

Emmanuel Macron was sent off to a boarding school in Paris after his parents suspected he was dating Brigitte's daughter. Brigitte initially hoped that he would fall in love with someone his own age, but it didn't happen.

1977-12-21

Emmanuel Macron's Birth

Emmanuel Macron was born on December 21, 1977, in Amiens. He is the son of Françoise Macron and Jean-Michel Macron.

1993

Emmanuel Macron develops feelings for Brigitte

Emmanuel Macron, then 15 years old, developed feelings for his 39-year-old drama teacher, Brigitte Macron, at a Catholic school in northern France. Brigitte found the situation 'crippling' due to the age gap and the fact that she was his teacher.

1999

Macron's Work with Paul Ricoeur

Around 1999, Emmanuel Macron worked as an editorial assistant to Paul Ricoeur, the French Protestant philosopher who was then writing his last major work, La Mémoire, l'Histoire, l'Oubli.

2004

Graduation from École Nationale d’Administration

Emmanuel Macron graduated from École Nationale d’Administration in 2004.

2007

Marriage to Brigitte Macron

Emmanuel Macron married Brigitte Macron in 2007 and they are still together.

2008-09

Macron joins Rothschild & Cie Banque

In September 2008, Emmanuel Macron left his job as an Inspector of Finances and took a position at Rothschild & Cie Banque, where he was involved in various high-profile financial transactions.

2010

Emmanuel Macron joins the Inspectorate General of Finance

In 2010, Emmanuel Macron started working at the Inspectorate General of Finance, where he gained valuable experience for four years before transitioning to the banking sector.

2012-06-10

Macron resigns from the Élysée

On 10 June 2014, Macron resigned from his role as the deputy secretary-general of the Élysée, citing disappointment at not being included in the first Government of Manuel Valls and frustration with his lack of influence on the proposed reforms.

2013

Death of Macron's Grandmother

Emmanuel Macron's grandmother, Germaine Noguès, passed away in 2013. Macron associates his enjoyment of reading and his leftward political leanings to his grandmother.

2014-08-26

Macron appointed as Minister of Economics and Industry

On 26 August 2014, Emmanuel Macron was appointed as the Minister of Economics and Industry in the second Valls Cabinet, where he played a significant role in pushing through business-friendly reforms.

2015-04-10

Adoption of the Macron Law

The Macron law, originally sponsored by Arnaud Montebourg, focused on liberalizing laws related to work on Sunday and at night, public transportation, debt collection, legal professions, and military equipment rental. It also aimed to simplify government procedures. The law was adopted on April 10, 2015, using the 49.3 procedure.

2016-04-06

Launch of En Marche!

Emmanuel Macron launched the movement 'En Marche!' on April 6, 2016. It was a significant step in his political career.

2016-08-30

Resignation from Hollande's government

Emmanuel Macron resigns from his position as economy minister under Socialist President François Hollande to start a new chapter in his career, leaving behind his struggling political mentor.

2016-11-16

Official Presidential Candidacy Declaration

Emmanuel Macron officially declares his candidacy for the president of France.

2016-11-24

Publication of Macron's Book 'Révolution'

Emmanuel Macron's book 'Révolution' was published on 24 November 2016, gaining significant attention and reaching the fifth position on the French best-seller list in December 2016.

2016-11-27

Macron Announces Candidacy for French Presidency

Emmanuel Macron, a former minister with no prior elected office experience and lacking party support, defies low expectations by announcing his candidacy for the French presidency.

2017-01-29

Macron's Presidential Campaign Kickoff

Emmanuel Macron officially launches his presidential campaign by addressing 15,000 supporters in Paris. He outlines his vision for a diverse, pro-European, and business-friendly France, which resonates with the younger demographic. Despite this, opinion polls indicate that he is trailing in third place just five months before the election.

2017-02-22

Formation of Electoral Alliance with François Bayrou

On 22 February 2017, François Bayrou announced an electoral alliance with Macron, which went into effect, leading to a rise in Macron's poll ratings.

2017-03-01

Emmanuel Macron Hit by Egg at Agricultural Fair

During an agricultural fair in Paris, Emmanuel Macron was struck by an egg that cracked on his head.

2017-04-23

First round of the French presidential election

Emmanuel Macron topped a field of 11 candidates, capturing 24 percent of the vote, while Marine Le Pen was second with 21 percent, guaranteeing her a spot in the second round to be held two weeks later.

2017-05-05

Macron Campaign Hacking

Less than 48 hours before the final round of the presidential election, Emmanuel Macron's campaign team reported a massive and coordinated hacking operation. Around 14.5 gigabytes of emails, personal and business documents were posted online, with the perpetrators mixing fake documents with authentic ones to create confusion and misinformation.

2017-05-07

Emmanuel Macron Elected President of France

Emmanuel Macron was elected President of France with 66.1% of the vote compared to Marine Le Pen's 33.9%. This marked a historic victory and a significant shift in French politics.

2017-05-14

Inauguration as 25th President of France

Emmanuel Macron began serving as the 25th President of France on 14 May 2017 when he was inaugurated after winning the 2017 French presidential election.

2017-05-15

First Official Foreign Visit to Germany

On 15 May 2017, Macron made his first official foreign visit, meeting in Berlin with Angela Merkel, the Chancellor of Germany.

2017-05-25

Macron's First NATO Summit as President

Emmanuel Macron attended the 2017 Brussels summit, marking his first NATO summit as president of France. During the summit, he met US President Donald Trump for the first time, and their handshake gained widespread attention.

2017-05-29

Macron's Meeting with Vladimir Putin

Macron met with Vladimir Putin at the Palace of Versailles, sparking controversy when he denounced Russia Today and Sputnik, accusing the news agencies of being 'organs of influence and propaganda, of lying propaganda'. Macron also urged cooperation in the conflict against ISIS and warned that France would respond with force in Syria if chemical weapons were used.

2017-06-11

Macron's Party Wins Majority in First Round of Parliamentary Elections

On June 11, 2017, Emmanuel Macron's party secured the majority of votes in the initial round of parliamentary elections in France, despite a low voter turnout of less than 50%.

2017-06-15

Swearing the Constitution of Andorra

On 15 June 2017, Macron swore the Constitution of Andorra through his representative, Patrick Strzoda, as one of the two co-princes of Andorra.

2017-06-18

France Holds Second Round of Parliamentary Elections

On June 18, 2017, France conducted the second round of parliamentary elections, with Macron's party poised to secure a decisive majority of 300 seats as 97% of voting results were tallied.

2017-06-23

Macron and Schwarzenegger Discuss Climate Change

On June 23, 2017, Emmanuel Macron and former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger appeared in a video together discussing climate change. Macron expressed their commitment to 'make the planet great again,' echoing the campaign slogan of US President Donald Trump.

2017-06-24

Macron's Approval Rating

Macron's approval rating rose to 64% by 24 June, just after the start of his five-year term, but suffered a 10% point drop in popularity one month later. By August, his popularity had fallen off 24 percentage points since June, attributed to confrontations with former Chief of Defence Staff and policy decisions.

2017-07-03

Assassination Plot Foiled Against Macron

A 23-year-old man planned to attack Macron during a Bastille Day parade in Paris, but the plot was thwarted by the police. The suspect, a self-described right-wing nationalist, aimed to make a political statement.

2017-07-19

Resignation of General Pierre de Villiers

General Pierre de Villiers, the head of France's armed forces, announced his resignation due to disagreements with the new president over planned cuts to the defence budget. This move was unprecedented in the history of modern political era.

2017-08-09

Adoption of Public Ethics Bill

On 9 August, the National Assembly adopted the bill on public ethics, a key theme of Macron's campaign.

2017-08-29

Macron's First Major Foreign Policy Speech

President Macron emphasized fighting Islamist terrorism, urged a tough international stance on North Korea, affirmed support for the Iranian nuclear deal, and criticized Venezuela's government as a 'dictatorship'.

2017-09-22

Reforming of French Labour Rules

Macron's government signed five decrees reforming the labour rules, which led to a 1.8% drop in the unemployment rate, the biggest since 2001.

2017-09-27

Presentation of Macron's First Budget

Macron's government presented its first budget, which reduced taxes and spending to bring the public deficit in line with the EU's fiscal rules, and replaced the wealth tax with one targeting real estate.

2017-10-30

Signing of Anti-Terrorism Bill into Law

Macron signed an anti-terrorism bill into law, replacing the state of emergency in France and making some of its provisions permanent.

2018-01-16

Macron's Immigration Policy Announcement

Macron outlined the government's policy towards immigration and asylum, stating that he would not allow another refugee camp to form in Paris and announced plans to speed up asylum applications and deportations.

2018-04-25

Macron Addresses US Congress

During his state visit to Washington, Macron delivers a 50-minute address to Congress in English, discussing Iran, multilateralism, and climate change, emphasizing the importance of environmental preservation with the statement: 'There is no planet B.'

2018-07-10

2018 World Cup Final

Emmanuel Macron celebrated alongside Croatian president Kolinda Grabar-Kitarović at the World Cup final against Croatia.

2018-07-18

Benalla Affair

Le Monde revealed that a member of Macron's staff, Alexandre Benalla, posed as a police officer and beat a protester during May Day demonstrations in Paris. This raised questions about the executive's handling of the case and led to a preliminary investigation.

2018-08-28

Resignation of Hulot

French Environment Minister Nicolas Hulot resigns from his position, citing frustration with the government's lack of action on environmental issues. His departure is a significant blow to Macron's administration.

2018-12-10

Macron Responds to Violent Protests and Proposes Social Reforms

Amidst violent protests, Emmanuel Macron addressed the nation in a televised speech, condemning the demonstrations as unacceptable and proposing social reforms including an increase in the minimum wage.

2019-01-15

Macron Launches 'National Debate'

In response to the Yellow Vest demonstrations, Macron launches a 'Great National Debate', a series of nationwide public consultations, to quell tensions. The inaugural Town Hall-style event takes place in Normandy with Macron addressing elected officials.

2019-01-28

Emmanuel Macron Calls on Shinzo Abe

In France, Emmanuel Macron reaches out to Shinzo Abe for discussions.

2019-04-15

Notre-Dame Cathedral Fire

A devastating fire nearly destroys the Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris. Macron expresses his desire to see the monument rebuilt even more beautiful than before and ready to re-open to the public in 2024.

2019-12-05

Strikes Against Pension Reform

Labour unions launch massive strike action against proposed pension reforms, leading to crippling transit strikes persisting over 45 days. Macron eventually suspends the reform package due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

2020-02-28

Macron's Leadership on Ukraine

Macron expressed his desire to lead Europe on Ukraine, but faced blowback across the political spectrum for the possibility of a Western military presence in Ukraine.

2020-02-29

Macron's Controversial Comments

French president faced criticism for not ruling out a Western military presence in Ukraine, despite stating that his comments were 'weighed, thought through and measured.'

2020-07-03

Appointment of Jean Castex as Prime Minister

On 3 July 2020, Macron appointed the centre-right Jean Castex as the Prime Minister of France.

2020-08-06

Macron visits Beirut after mammoth explosion

Following a massive explosion at the port of Beirut that resulted in over 200 casualties, President Macron visits the Lebanese capital to convey solidarity and support. He pledges France's assistance to its former protectorate, emphasizing the importance of solidarity and fraternity between the two nations.

2020-10-02

Macron's Speech in Les Mureaux

On October 2, 2020, Macron delivered a speech in Les Mureaux, a northwestern suburb of Paris, where he stated that Islam is facing a crisis globally and outlined a strategy to combat Islamist separatism.

2020-10-21

National Memorial Event for Samuel Paty

French President Macron praises teacher Samuel Paty at a national memorial event after he was beheaded for displaying controversial Charlie Hebdo cartoons to his students. Macron emphasizes the importance of loving debates, reasonable arguments, and science despite the tragic incident.

2020-12-17

Macron tested positive for COVID-19

Macron tested positive for COVID-19 leading to the cancellation of his scheduled trips for the following month, including a visit to Lebanon.

2021-06-08

Macron slapped in the face

During a visit to southeast France, French President Emmanuel Macron is slapped in the face by a man in a crowd. Video of the incident is posted on social media and the man is later sentenced to four months in prison.

2021-07-12

The ‘health pass’ controversy

A controversy surrounding the 'health pass' erupted on July 12, 2021.

2021-09-04

Governing bodies

Governing bodies such as the Council of Ministers, Defence and National Security Council, and Public Health Defence Council play crucial roles in the administration.

2021-09-22

Biden and Macron Speak After Diplomatic Crisis

US President Joe Biden and French President Macron speak for the first time after a major diplomatic crisis erupted over a deal to equip Australia with nuclear-powered submarines. They agree to meet in person at the end of next month in Europe.

2021-10-05

Emmanuel Macron

Emmanuel Macron, a former banker turned politician, is the current president of France. His administration has implemented anti-Muslim policies, such as the 'anti-Separatism' law.

2021-11-26

Quirinal Treaty with Italy

Macron and Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi signed the Quirinal Treaty aimed to promote the convergence and coordination of French and Italian positions in matters of European and foreign policies, security and defence, migration policy, economy, education, research, culture and cross-border cooperation.

2021-12-08

Emmanuel Macron visits Vichy

President Emmanuel Macron visited Vichy, becoming the first French leader to do so since Charles De Gaulle in 1959. The visit was seen as symbolic and calculated in response to remarks made by far-right pundit Zemmour.

2022-02-17

France's Military Withdrawal from Mali

France's military withdraws from Mali after a nine-year fight against the Islamists who had seized much of northern Mali and then jihadist groups operating across the Sahel region. The withdrawal is due to the junta that seized power in Bamako in a 2020 coup and the disagreement in strategy and objectives with the ruling junta.

2022-02-24

Russia's Offensive Against Ukraine

Russia launches an offensive against neighboring Ukraine, following Macron's visit to Moscow and his condemnation of Moscow's actions. The war in Ukraine also impacts Macron's domestic standing as he is initially seen as a statesman responding to a global crisis while vying for re-election.

2022-02-27

Macron's Statement on Sending Western Troops to Ukraine

French President Emmanuel Macron stated that he does not exclude the possibility of sending Western troops to Ukraine.

2022-03-03

Macron's Announcement of Re-election Candidacy

Emmanuel Macron formally announced his candidacy for re-election after delaying his announcement mostly due to the outbreak of the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine.

2022-04-10

Macron's Victory in the First Round of French Presidential Election

Macron topped the first round of the French presidential election with 27.8% of the votes, leading ahead of RN candidate Marine Le Pen.

2022-04-24

Emmanuel Macron's reelection for a second term

Macron secured a second term with more than 58 percent of the vote in the runoff.

2022-05-07

Second Inauguration of Emmanuel Macron as President of France

Emmanuel Macron was inaugurated for a second term as the President of France on 7 May 2022.

2022-05-14

Emmanuel Macron's Presidency Begins

Emmanuel Macron took office as the President of the French Republic on 14 May 2022.

2022-05-16

Borne Government

Prime Minister Jean Castex resigned, and President Macron appointed Élisabeth Borne as the second female PM in French history. Borne then formed a new government on 20 May 2022.

2022-05-28

2022 UEFA Champions League Final Chaos

The handling of the 2022 UEFA Champions League final chaos at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis drew criticism at home and abroad, marking the beginning of Macron's second presidential term with a significant controversy.

2022-06-16

Macron Visits Ukraine

On 16 June 2022, Macron visited Ukraine alongside German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Italy's Prime Minister Mario Draghi. He met with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and expressed 'European Unity' for Ukraine.

2022-06-19

Macron Loses Parliamentary Majority

One month into his second term, Macron lost his parliamentary majority in the second round of the legislative election.

2022-07-04

Macron's Government Reshuffled

After talks with opposition parties to form a stable majority government failed, Macron's government was reshuffled and continued as a minority government.

2022-07-10

Assistance to Uber Revealed

On 10 July 2022, it was revealed that Macron had assisted Uber in lobbying during his term as the Minister of Economics and Industry, leading to calls for a parliamentary inquiry.

2022-09-19

Macron Attends Queen Elizabeth II's State Funeral

Macron and his wife attended the state funeral of Queen Elizabeth II in Westminster Abbey, London, on 19 September 2022.

2022-10-23

Macron Meets Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni

On 23 October 2022, Macron became the first foreign leader to meet new Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, just a day after she and her ministers were sworn into office.

2022-10-26

Far-Right Leader's Proposal for Single Seven-Year Presidential Term

Far-right leader Jordan Bardella proposed switching France to a single seven-year presidential term, to which the president reportedly responded.

2022-11-06

Macron stands by remarks on Ukraine

Emmanuel Macron stands by his remarks about sending troops to Ukraine.

2022-12-01

Biden hosts Macron and his wife at the White House

Biden welcomes Macron and his wife to the White House, marking the first state visit of the Biden presidency.

2023-01-02

Inauguration of the President of the Republic

The presidential inauguration ceremony for the newly elected head of state.

2023-03-16

Raising of Retirement Age

Macron passed a law raising the retirement age from 62 to 64, leading to protests.

2023-03-20

Survival of No-Confidence Motion

Macron's cabinet, headed by Prime Minister Borne, survived a cross-party motion of no-confidence by only nine votes, marking a significant political event in Macron's second term.

2023-05-21

Macron visits Mongolia

Macron makes history by becoming the first French president to visit Mongolia.

2023-05-31

Macron Visits GLOBSEC Forum

On 31 May 2023 Macron visited the GLOBSEC forum in Bratislava, where he again delivered a speech on European sovereignty.

2023-06-12

Macron's Cabinet Survives No-Confidence Motion

Macron's Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Borne, survived a no-confidence motion attempted by the left-wing NUPES coalition.

2023-06-27

Killing of Nahel M. and Subsequent Riots

The killing of 17-year-old Nahel M. by a police officer during a traffic stop in Nanterre, a suburb of Paris, led to widespread racial unrest and riots across the Paris region and other major cities in France. The violence resulted in over 150 arrests and extensive destruction.

2023-07-13

French Parliament Passes Multi-Year Military Budget Planning Law

The French Parliament passed a multi-year military budget planning law for 2024–2030, leading to a 40% increase in military spending to a total of €413 billion over the period compared to 2019–2025.

2023-07-20

Government Reshuffle

President Macron carried out a government reshuffle after a period of violent protests and legislative challenges. This included the appointment of 8 new ministers and the removal of some prominent figures from his administration.

2023-08-01

Multi-Year Military Planning Bill Signed into Law

Macron signed into law a multi-year military planning bill, setting the stage for a 40%-increase in military spending to a total of €413 billion between 2024 and 2030, marking a significant event in Macron's second term.

2023-08-31

Emmanuel Macron's 12-hour marathon of talks with opposition leaders

French President Emmanuel Macron expressed his frustration during a 12-hour long session of discussions with opposition leaders.

2023-10-04

Avenues for Constitutional Reform Unveiled

On the 65th anniversary of the French Constitution, Macron unveiled avenues for constitutional reform, marking a significant event in Macron's second term.

2023-11-10

Macron Condemns Russian Actions in Ukraine

On 10 November 2023, he said that what Russia is doing in Ukraine is 'imperialism and colonialism' and it was the 'duty' of France and other countries to help Ukraine defend itself.

2023-11-17

Brigitte Macron Opens Up About Her Marriage

Brigitte Macron discusses her marriage to French President Emmanuel Macron, revealing that she initially thought he would fall in love with someone his own age.

2023-12-04

Macron's UNGA Speech

French President Emmanuel Macron delivers a speech at the United Nations General Assembly, responding to remarks made by President Trump. The speech garners attention and sparks discussions globally.

2023-12-11

Defeat of Immigration Bill

Macron's flagship immigration bill was unexpectedly defeated in the National Assembly, leading to a major political crisis for his minority administration.

2023-12-19

Passage of Drastically Hardened Immigration Bill

The French Parliament passed a drastically hardened immigration bill thanks to support from the conservative LR and far-right RN parliamentary groups and in spite of a major rebellion from Macron's own coalition and ministers, marking a significant event in Macron's second term.

2024-01-11

Macron Replaces Prime Minister

In January 2024, Macron requested Prime Minister Élisabeth Borne to resign and subsequently replaced her by Education minister Gabriel Attal, making him both the youngest head of government in French history and the first openly gay man ever to hold the job. The new Attal cabinet was widely described as the most right-leaning government since the start of the Macron Presidency.

2027-04-08

First Round of French Presidential Election

The first round of the French presidential election is scheduled to be held between 8 and 23 April 2027. If no candidate secures an absolute majority in the first round, a second round will be held two weeks later between the top two candidates.

2027-04-11

Presidential Elections in France

The presidential elections in France are scheduled to take place on 11th April 2027, with a potential second round on 25th April if necessary. There is a possibility of earlier elections in exceptional circumstances such as the resignation or death of the current president, Emmanuel Macron.

2027-04-23

Second Round of French Presidential Election

The second round of the French presidential election is scheduled to be held two weeks after the first round, between the two candidates who received the most votes in the first round.

2027-05-13

Transition of Power in France

The transition of power at the end of the five-year term of the incumbent president is scheduled to take place on 13 May 2027.

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