Macron Warns of US-China World Split at Singapore Security Summit

Singapore: Macron Warns Against US-China Divide at Shangri-La Dialogue French President Emmanuel Macron delivered a stark warning at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, cautioning against a world split between the United States and China. Macron's speech, a key moment in the international security conference, underscored the need for a more nuanced approach to managing great power competition. "The main risk today is a risk of division of the world," Macron stated, emphasizing the dangers of forcing countries to choose sides. He argued that such a division could "kill global order" and damage international institutions established after World War II. Macron's message focused on the importance of cooperation and strategic partnerships in the Indo-Pacific region. He proposed a path forward that emphasizes collaboration on shared challenges like climate change and human rights, rather than viewing every interaction through the lens of great power competition. While acknowledging the competition between the US and China, Macron stressed the need for France to maintain its role as a partner of the United States. "France is a friend and an ally of the United States," he affirmed, highlighting the importance of continued cooperation despite potential disagreements. Macron's speech resonated with many attendees, underscoring the growing international concern about the potential for a new Cold War. His call for cooperation and a multipolar world order offers a potential path for de-escalation and a more stable international system.