Madagascar – France: Between Tensions and Reconciliation, the Choice of Dialogue

Malagasy President Michaël Randrianirina and French President Emmanuel Macron spoke by phone on April 29 following the declaration of a French embassy agent as persona non grata in Antananarivo. This incident led to diplomatic summons, but both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining bilateral relations and continuing cooperation. The Malagasy presidency's statement emphasizes the importance of preserving a framework of exchanges based on trust.