Senegal president meets Macron in Paris
President Bassirou Diomaye Faye discussed bilateral cooperation and international issues with French leader Emmanuel Macron.
Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye met with French President Emmanuel Macron at the Élysée Palace in Paris on Monday, November 9, 2026. The meeting preceded the Paris Peace Forum, an annual gathering focused on global governance and crisis resolution.
During their talks, the two leaders reviewed bilateral issues, including preparations for an intergovernmental seminar and the development of economic and trade exchanges. The Senegalese presidency reported that they also discussed major international matters of common interest.
President Faye also thanked France for its support in organizing the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games. Following the Paris Forum, President Faye is scheduled to travel to Phnom Penh, Cambodia, for the 20th Summit of La Francophonie, themed 'Reinvesting in Peace for Shared Prosperity and Lasting Stability'.
Why it mattersSenegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye's discussions with French President Emmanuel Macron directly affect Senegal's international relations and economic partnerships.