On January 6, 2025, President Emmanuel Macron will outline his foreign policy priorities to French ambassadors in Paris, addressing key global issues.

During the same day, the French Foreign Minister will hold a press conference with his Polish counterpart to discuss the European Union's presidency priorities for the upcoming six months.

In his address, Macron will highlight the ongoing wars in Ukraine and the Middle East as direct threats to France's security, unity, and economy.

Macron's speech will also touch on the aftermath of the unprecedented Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, which has led to a severe humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

The conflict has further escalated to Lebanon, where a fragile ceasefire was established in late November 2023, involving Hezbollah's alliance with Hamas.

Macron will emphasize that Europe can no longer rely on external powers for its security and defense, advocating for increased military investment by France.

Despite Macron's commitment to strengthening French diplomacy, the 2025 budget reveals a 4.3% decrease in funding for foreign action, including a significant cut in development aid.

In addition to these issues, Macron will discuss Syria, where an international conference is proposed for late January to support the country's political transition.

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot recently met with Syria's new leader, Ahmad al-Chareh, to discuss a peaceful transition following the departure of Bashar al-Assad.

With Donald Trump's presidential inauguration approaching on January 20, European leaders are advocating for continued support for Ukraine amidst concerns about future U.S. involvement.

Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski will be the guest of honor at the 30th conference of ambassadors, highlighting Poland's strong support for Ukraine since the Russian invasion.

The annual diplomatic conference, a key event in French diplomacy, was postponed in 2024 due to the Olympic Games, raising concerns within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.