French President Emmanuel Macron recently shook up the World Economic Forum in Davos, calling out US-led competition that, in his words, aims to “weaken and subordinate Europe.” 😮
Speaking this January in Switzerland, Macron warned that “without collective governance, cooperation gives way to relentless competition.” In plain terms, he’s urging EU members to stand strong together rather than face one-on-one rivalry with bigger powers.
Why it matters for us in South and Southeast Asia: many of our economies—think India’s Bengaluru tech scene or Indonesia’s fintech boom—are also navigating big players’ influence. Just like the EU, ASEAN and SAARC need solid teamwork to protect local innovation and shape fair global rules.
Macron’s message resonates beyond Brussels: digital sovereignty, green energy plans and supply-chain security all hinge on shared strategies. Whether it’s a climate pact or data-privacy standard, collective moves can level the playing field against deep-pocketed competitors.
For young professionals juggling startups, social causes and a fast-changing world, this is a reminder: big challenges call for big alliances. Europe’s path to unity might just inspire Asia’s next wave of regional cooperation—and give us all a better shot at fair competition in tech, trade and beyond. 💪🌏
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Macron denounces U.S. competition that aims to 'subordinate Europe'
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