https://abcnews.go.com/International/french-president-macron-flatters-trump-fails-convince-experts/story?id=59051131
This article centers around the relationship between France's president, Macron, and President Trump. It's said that Macron saw an opportunity to create a special bond with Trump after he took office. Because most world leaders don't have a normal relationship with Trump, Macron thought it was worth trying to create a friendship with him. It is also said that the two were able to bond over the fact that they are both "disruptors" since "they were both elected by breaking the established political system in France and the United States". Despite the relationship between the two, Macron has failed to persuade Trump to remain in major international agreements. At the UN General Assembly back in September, Trump and Macron's speeches revealed their contrasting views on international relations. It was said that it was almost as if President Macron was "responding to President Trump point by point" when he spoke last month. Now Macron must overcome this bump in their relationship due to his criticism, but he hasn't given up yet. I think Macron's approach to his friendship with Trump is smart because Trump is the type of person who likes to be complimented and praised. He doesn't take criticism and aggression well, so I think Macron knows what he is doing. Hopefully he can repair their bond in order to influence the decisions Trump makes.
By: Liz Metcalf
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