France To Take Over EU Presidency in The New Year

France To Take Over EU Presidency in The New Year

Question: who is Current president of France?
a) Emmanuel Macron
b) Jean Castex
c) Dr. Olivier Véran
d) Gabriel Attal
Ans:a
Related Facts:

  • France takes over the presidency of the council of the European Union for six months, starting today January 1, 2022, until June 30th
  • This presidency comes at a key period for French President Emmanuel Macron who is expected to run for re-election in April.
  • The Council of Europe, founded in 1949, is an intergovernmental organisation made up of 47 member states, aimed at upholding human rights, democracy, and the rule of law in Europe.
  • Emmanuel Macron has clearly announced that his main aim is to place Europe as a key and powerful global player within the international arena, “fully sovereign, free of its choices, and a master of its destiny.”

By – Pawan Mishra

Links:
https://impakter.com/france-eu-presidency-in-new-year/