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Macron urges €investment to counter democratic crises in Spain

By Drooid · Sep 30, 2026, 3:57 PM UTC · How we work

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President Emmanuel Macron made his first state visit to Spain, meeting King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia.
Macron and First Lady Brigitte arrived at the Royal Palace in a Rolls-Royce escorted by the Royal Guard.
He outlined plans to counter democratic crises and far-right growth, urging massive investment in a stronger Europe.
A French poll released Tuesday showed only 18% rated Macron a good president as far-right support rises.

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President Emmanuel Macron made his first state visit to Spain, meeting King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia.
Macron and First Lady Brigitte arrived at the Royal Palace in a Rolls-Royce escorted by the Royal Guard.
He outlined plans to counter democratic crises and far-right growth, urging massive investment in a stronger Europe.
A French poll released Tuesday showed only 18% rated Macron a good president as far-right support rises.