Macron visits remote French territory in the North America, a first in over a decade
Summary
French President Emmanuel Macron visited Saint Pierre and Miquelon, a small group of islands in the North Atlantic near Canada. This was the first visit by a French president to the islands in more than ten years. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney joined Macron during this three-day visit amid growing tensions with the United States.Key Facts
- Saint Pierre and Miquelon is a French territory located near Newfoundland, Canada.
- The population of the islands is under 6,000 people.
- President Macron's visit was the first by a French president in over a decade.
- Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney met with Macron during the visit.
- The visit comes during a time of increasing tensions between France and the United States.
- Saint Pierre and Miquelon is France’s only remaining possession in North America.
- The visit lasted three days and was symbolic in nature.
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