France's Macron offers €23bn and 'ethical partner' in new Africa pivot (euobserver.com)

• France announces €23 billion for Africa
• Macron emphasizes ethical partnership
• Diplomatic immunity for French troops controversial

"President Macron announced a €23 billion package for Africa, positioning France as an 'ethical partner' to boost diplomatic and economic influence. However, diplomatic immunity for French troops, no-shows from Brussels, and an angry Macron hushing a crowd overshadowed the event."