On the evening of November 3, local time, French President Macron received the outgoing German Chancellor Angela Merkel in Burgundy’s famous wine capital Bern He was awarded the Grand Cross, the highest rank among the French Legion of Honor.
The Elysée Palace stated that this award is a tribute to Merkel's 16-year ruling career and also symbolizes the strong French-German friendship she has maintained.
Starting from former French President Chirac, Merkel has worked with four French presidents and has always maintained close cooperation with France at the EU level.
Macron thanked Merkel in a brief speech, thanked her for her patience and tolerance, and said that Merkel had taught herself a lot.
Macron also said that no matter how the EU is hit, Merkel is always committed to maintaining its unity, and he hopes that Merkel's experience in the face of good times and adversities can be passed on.
(Producing Li Jiali)
Editor in charge: [Zhang Aolin]