French-speaking nations hold a summit in Cambodia as a conflict in Africa threatens a rift
- On Saturday, French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, for the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie summit. Cambodia will assume the organization's chairmanship from Macron, who served as chair in 2024.
- Leaders gather under the slogan "Reinvest in Peace for Shared Prosperity and Lasting Stability," reflecting Cambodia's recovery from 20th-century unrest. The loose confederation comprises 53 full members, five associate members, and 32 observers where French is spoken.
- The secretary-general vote creates friction as the Democratic Republic of Congo opposes incumbent Louise Mushikiwabo of Rwanda. The DRC threatens to withdraw from the OIF and accuses Rwanda of supporting armed groups in their mineral-rich border region.
- While grappling with domestic unrest, including protests by more than 600,000 people in France earlier this month, Macron faces international political challenges. France remains influential as the largest contributor to the OIF 2026 budget of $79 million.
- United Nations Special Rapporteur Tom Andrews urged delegates to uphold OIF values and press Cambodia to release detained activists. He stated "no one should be detained for defending human rights, reporting on matters of public concern, or voicing critical opinions.
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The opening of the Sixth Meeting of Francophone Entrepreneurs took place in English on the margins of the Francophonie Summit.
A bitter African feud, a leadership battle and Macron's diplomatic tightrope in Cambodia
Emmanuel Macron is scheduled to attend a summit of French-speaking nations in Cambodia starting Saturday. The meeting will address various international challenges, including tensions from an African conflict. Leaders from around 20 countries, including Canada and Vietnam, will also be present at the summit. France's influence will be significant in selecting the new secretary-general for the organization.
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French-speaking nations hold a summit in Cambodia as a conflict in Africa threatens a rift
France's President Emmanuel Macron and other leaders are attending a biennial meeting of French-speaking countries and territories in Cambodia's capital, Phnom Penh.
The language has virtually disappeared from the country that will shortly host the 20th Summit of La Francophonie.
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