“We can count on France for 5 more years”: European leaders welcome Macron’s re-election with relief

The main leaders of the European Union congratulated this Sunday the liberal Emmanuel Macron for her victory in the French presidential elections against the far-right Marine Le Pen and positively valued her victory for the EU “in these difficult times”.

“I am pleased that we can continue our excellent cooperation. Together we will make France and Europe move forward”, the president of the European Council wrote on Twitter, Charles Michael.

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The President of the European Commission, Ursula Von der Leyenpointed out that, “in this stormy period”, it is necessary “a solid Europe and a France totally committed to a more sovereign and more strategic EU”.

“We can count on France for another five years”he added.

the french Christine Lagardepresident of the European Central Bank, noted that strong leadership “is essential in these uncertain times” and thanked Macron for his “tireless dedication.”

“Your tireless dedication will be much needed to tackle the challenges we are facing in Europe,” Lagarde posted on Twitter.

The President of the Spanish Government, Pedro Sanchezapplauded the choice of Macronshowing that the French have chosen to commit themselves “to a free, strong and fair EU”.

“Democracy wins. Europe wins. Congratulations Emmanuel Macron.” Sánchez wrote on the same social network.

Also joining in the congratulations were the President of the Italian Council of Ministers, mario draghiwhich called Macron’s victory “excellent news for all of Europe.”

“The French people have once again demonstrated their commitment to the European project,” wrote the Prime Minister of Portugal, Antonio Costawho considered that “in the difficult times” that Europe is going through, it is “essential” to count on France to defend multilateralism, security and the fight against climate change.

The President of the European Parliament, Roberto Metsolacongratulated the Frenchman on his “great re-election” at a time when the EU needs a “strong” France.

“Congratulations to Emmanuel Macron for his great re-election”, tweeted the president of the European Parliament.

Macron’s rival in this second round, the far-right Marine LePenhad promised in the event of victory to subtract power from the institutions of the European Union and return part of its powers to the Member States.

Source: Elcomercio

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