Emmanuel Macron laid out his vision of a "third way" for France in Vietnam, criticizing both the US and China for their international behavior

French President Emmanuel Macron spoke to students in Vietnam about his vision to restore France's standing between the US and China, criticizing Trump's tariffs and China's claims in the South China Sea. Macron highlighted the risks of international conflicts and called for respect for international law. He also promoted France's Indo-Pacific strategy, which encourages countries in the region not to depend on great powers. During his visit, France struck significant trade deals and Macron encouraged young people to engage in respectful discussions, shunning the culture of online criticism.