Emmanuel Macron, born on December 21, 1977, in Amiens, France, is a French politician who has been serving as the President of France since May 2017. Before his presidency, Macron was an investment banker and later served as the Minister of Economy, Industry, and Digital Affairs under President François Hollande. As the founder of La République En Marche!, Macron was elected as the youngest President in French history, promoting a platform of economic liberalization, pro-European Union policies, and social welfare reform. His tenure has been characterized by efforts to reform the French economy, labor laws, and social security systems, while also facing domestic challenges such as the “Yellow Vest” protests. Macron’s leadership is noted for its centrist, pro-business approach, aiming to position France as a leader in global and European affairs.
