Macron Calls for Global Resistance Against 'Abuse of Power by Empires' in Final UN Speech

Macron, in his final address as France's leader, directly addressed the United Nations General Assembly, urging nations to stand alongside the UN against the 'abuse of power by empires.' He specifically called for a moratorium on strikes on civilian and energy infrastructure in the Russia-Ukraine war, a proposal that aligns with France's long-standing stance on minimizing civilian casualties. Additionally, Macron proposed an 'open-source' model for frontier AI, positioning France as a potential leader in ethical AI development outside the influence of China and the United States. The speech was reported by France24 and Armenpress, with both outlets highlighting Macron's call for global resistance. However, the details of the proposed moratorium and the 'open-source' AI model were not elaborated upon in the excerpts provided. The United States and China, key actors in the AI and military domains, did not issue immediate public responses, though their positions on such proposals are well-documented in prior diplomatic statements. The speech marked the end of Macron's tenure as France's leader at the UN, signaling a shift in global diplomatic priorities.