France Becomes First Country to Join Riyadh Expo 2030

France has become the first country to officially participate in Expo 2030 in Riyadh. The announcement comes as French political figures, including Emmanuel Macron, face scrutiny over the country's debt and cultural policies. Macron also recently spoke at the funeral of François Patriat, praising him as a dedicated public servant. Meanwhile, the political legacy of Macron's presidency is already shaping the 2027 election debate.