Balma. French diplomacy at the heart of the citizen debate

The political café of Balma resumes its activities, as often happens during major crises. The association, led by François Saint-Pierre, invites citizens on Monday, May 4th at 8:15 pm in the Marie-Laurencin room for a session entitled: “France’s Foreign Policy: a Democratic Issue.”

“Geopolitics, with its impacts on our daily lives, has become a concern for everyone,” emphasizes the organizing team. Between energy crises and armed conflicts, the collective questions the solitude of power: “Our President was indeed elected, but can we believe that foreign policy is democratic? The executive’s autonomy cannot justify the lack of debate on these strategic questions.”

To shed light on the discussions, the guest of honor will be Florent Pouponneau, a professor at the University of Toulouse Capitole and author of a book on intervention in Mali. A specialist in decision-making mechanisms, he will analyze the evolution of a France oscillating between the Gaullist heritage and alignment with NATO. “The impact on our economic situation is very real,” reminds the collective, pointing out the paradoxes of a diplomacy that is sometimes seen as unreadable. An open debate for everyone, with some refreshments, to reaffirm popular sovereignty in the global arena.

Political café, Monday, May 4th at 8:15 pm at the Marie-Laurencin room (6 route de Mons, Balma). Free entrance.