Macron Defends Taiwan Comments After Backlash

Jane Werrell
By Jane Werrell
April 13, 2023NTD UK News
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French President Emmanuel Macron has said France’s position on Taiwan remains the same. It comes after he faced backlash for his comments in an interview, saying it would be the “worst thing” for Europe “to become followers” on the Taiwan issue and “take our cue from the U.S. agenda.” His remarks drew criticism from politicians internationally. To discuss it further, NTD spoke with MP Tim Loughton, chair of the Conservative Party Human Rights Commission.

 

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