It's really absurd! In India, Macron continues to subtly mention China
On the evening of February 16 local time, Macron and his wife arrived in Mumbai, India, starting his fourth visit to India since he became president in 2017. On the 17th, after meeting with Indian Prime Minister Modi, Macron stated that neither France nor India wants to "suffer from any form of hegemony" or "get involved in conflicts."
AFP and "France 24" reported that Macron here subtly referred to the competition between the US and China and China's dominant position in key metal sectors.
The report mentioned that during Macron's three-day visit, the focus was on discussing cooperation with India in artificial intelligence and key mineral fields, as well as a potential billion-dollar "Rafale" fighter jet transaction.
After meeting with Modi, Macron praised the relationship between the two countries, saying it has "significantly accelerated development, without limits, extending from the depths of the ocean to the highest peaks." He said this shift is to address the "changing international order."
AFP mentioned that the world order is being severely impacted by President Trump's foreign and business policies, and these impacts are often unpredictable and capricious. At the same time, China is rapidly rising.
"We reject coercive methods," Macron repeatedly emphasized, stating that neither country wants to be "subject to any form of hegemony" or "involved in the conflicts of a few countries." He praised international free trade and decided to expand cooperation with India in the field of key minerals.
Original: toutiao.com/article/1857433850108040/
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