Emmanuel Macron Advocates for New Alliances at Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore
French President calls for strengthened ties between Europe and Asia to counteract the influence of superpowers.
During the Shangri-La Dialogue, a prominent defense and security forum in Singapore, French President Emmanuel Macron urged the need to 'build new alliances' grounded in law and to reject 'double standards' in the face of superpower dominance.
Delivering his remarks on May 30, 2025, Macron highlighted the challenges posed by 'revisionist countries' seeking to impose their influence through coercion.
'We are confronted with the challenge of revisionist powers that aim to enforce, under the guise of spheres of influence, spheres of coercion,' he remarked, calling for the establishment of a 'new positive alliance between Europe and Asia' based on shared norms and principles.
This initiative aims to ensure that nations do not become 'collateral victims' of decisions made by superpowers such as the United States and China.
Macron's address extended beyond the general appeal for new coalitions, as he commented on global crises in Gaza, Ukraine, and Taiwan.
He asserted that if Western countries 'abandon Gaza' and allow Israel to act without accountability, they may 'lose all credibility with the rest of the world.' He further criticized the principle of double standards, stating that if Russia is permitted to seize parts of Ukraine without consequence, it raises concerns about potential actions related to Taiwan.
On the issue of North Korea, Macron indicated that China has a responsibility to prevent its military involvement in Europe, particularly in Ukraine alongside Russia.
He urged China to take necessary measures to discourage North Korea from establishing a presence on European soil, stating, 'If China does not want NATO to be involved in Southeast Asia or Asia, it must clearly prevent North Korea from being involved in Europe.'
In his remarks, Macron also reiterated the importance of recognizing a Palestinian state, framing it as 'not simply a moral duty but a political necessity.' He outlined several conditions that must be met for France to support the recognition of Palestine, which include the release of hostages held by Hamas, the demilitarization of the faction, non-participation in the governance of a future Palestinian state, and reforms within the Palestinian Authority.
Additionally, he emphasized that the future state of Palestine must recognize Israel and its right to live in security, suggesting that a comprehensive security architecture is necessary for the region.
He made these statements in the context of an upcoming United Nations conference, co-chaired by France and Saudi Arabia, scheduled from June 17 to 20, which will focus on the two-state solution.
Macron indicated that European countries must adopt a firmer collective stance against Israel if there is not an adequate humanitarian response regarding the ongoing situation in Gaza.
He asserted that the European Union must apply its standards to ensure respect for human rights, which he contended is not currently happening, and suggested that this may lead to the reconsideration of existing agreements between the EU and Israel.
The discussions at the Shangri-La Dialogue reflect the ongoing geopolitical tensions and challenges that require diplomatic responses from established powers, while also highlighting the complexities inherent in negotiating peace and security in conflict-affected regions.
Delivering his remarks on May 30, 2025, Macron highlighted the challenges posed by 'revisionist countries' seeking to impose their influence through coercion.
'We are confronted with the challenge of revisionist powers that aim to enforce, under the guise of spheres of influence, spheres of coercion,' he remarked, calling for the establishment of a 'new positive alliance between Europe and Asia' based on shared norms and principles.
This initiative aims to ensure that nations do not become 'collateral victims' of decisions made by superpowers such as the United States and China.
Macron's address extended beyond the general appeal for new coalitions, as he commented on global crises in Gaza, Ukraine, and Taiwan.
He asserted that if Western countries 'abandon Gaza' and allow Israel to act without accountability, they may 'lose all credibility with the rest of the world.' He further criticized the principle of double standards, stating that if Russia is permitted to seize parts of Ukraine without consequence, it raises concerns about potential actions related to Taiwan.
On the issue of North Korea, Macron indicated that China has a responsibility to prevent its military involvement in Europe, particularly in Ukraine alongside Russia.
He urged China to take necessary measures to discourage North Korea from establishing a presence on European soil, stating, 'If China does not want NATO to be involved in Southeast Asia or Asia, it must clearly prevent North Korea from being involved in Europe.'
In his remarks, Macron also reiterated the importance of recognizing a Palestinian state, framing it as 'not simply a moral duty but a political necessity.' He outlined several conditions that must be met for France to support the recognition of Palestine, which include the release of hostages held by Hamas, the demilitarization of the faction, non-participation in the governance of a future Palestinian state, and reforms within the Palestinian Authority.
Additionally, he emphasized that the future state of Palestine must recognize Israel and its right to live in security, suggesting that a comprehensive security architecture is necessary for the region.
He made these statements in the context of an upcoming United Nations conference, co-chaired by France and Saudi Arabia, scheduled from June 17 to 20, which will focus on the two-state solution.
Macron indicated that European countries must adopt a firmer collective stance against Israel if there is not an adequate humanitarian response regarding the ongoing situation in Gaza.
He asserted that the European Union must apply its standards to ensure respect for human rights, which he contended is not currently happening, and suggested that this may lead to the reconsideration of existing agreements between the EU and Israel.
The discussions at the Shangri-La Dialogue reflect the ongoing geopolitical tensions and challenges that require diplomatic responses from established powers, while also highlighting the complexities inherent in negotiating peace and security in conflict-affected regions.
