Macron’s message, Harris in Paris and Malala ties the knot
By France24
14 November 2021 |
6:16 am
The French press discusses the new Covid-19 rules and policy changes in President Emmanuel Macron's address to the nation. We also see how French papers are covering the Paris visit of US Vice President Kamala Harris. Finally, the British and Pakistani press are celebrating Malala's happy news.
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