France Takes Over EU Rotating Presidency

The video discusses France's upcoming EU Presidency, highlighting President Emmanuel Macron's vision to influence the EU agenda with proposals like an EU minimum wage, carbon tax, and independent defense. Challenges such as tensions with the UK, COVID-19, and upcoming French elections could impact his plans. Macron aims to showcase his leadership during this period.

What is the primary role of the country holding the EU Council presidency?

• To set priorities and approve key decisions

• To manage EU foreign relations

• To enforce EU laws

• To control the EU budget

Which of the following is NOT one of Macron's proposed initiatives for the EU?

• An EU minimum wage

• A carbon tax at the EU border

• A unified European currency

• An independent European defense

What is one of the international challenges that could affect Macron's agenda?

• Sanctions from the United States

• Conflicts in the Middle East

• Tensions with the United Kingdom

• Trade disputes with China

What is a significant domestic challenge Macron faces in the upcoming months?

• A referendum on EU membership

• The French presidential elections

• A national economic crisis

• A vote of no confidence

Who are the potential opponents Macron might face in the upcoming elections?

• Nicolas Sarkozy and François Fillon

• Jean-Luc Mélenchon and François Hollande

• Marine Le Pen and Éric Zemmour

• Angela Merkel and Boris Johnson