Kagame, Macron discuss stronger Rwanda-France ties
September 12, 2026
Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame and French President Emmanuel Macron have discussed bilateral relations and areas of cooperation between the two countries.
Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame and French President Emmanuel Macron have discussed bilateral relations and areas of cooperation between the two countries.
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