President Emmanuel Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron concluded a three‑day official visit to Japan on April 2, 2026, after arriving on March 31. The president toured the Astroscale space‑scrub company, meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. He highlighted the long‑standing Franco‑Japanese partnership in space research, particularly under the G7 framework. The visit ended with an audience and lunch hosted by Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako. Following the official engagements, the presidential aircraft departed for Seoul, South Korea. The trip was part of a broader agenda that included joint statements on nuclear energy cooperation and global health, underscoring France’s commitment to collaborative international policy.
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