Emmanuel Macron is a French politician who has served as the President of France since May 2017. He is known for his centrist policies and efforts to reform the French economy, aiming to reduce unemployment and stimulate growth. Macron previously worked as an investment banker and served as Minister of Economy, Industry, and Digital Affairs under President François Hollande. Macron founded the political party La République En Marche! in 2016, which quickly gained popularity. His presidency has been marked by significant challenges, including protests against economic reforms and the global impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, but he remains a prominent figure in European and global politics.