Macro: On April 24th, we can choose a new French and European era

In the next 15 days, we should not be spared defeat because nothing has been done, to be modest and determined, said France's President Emmanuel Macron after the first round of presidential elections.

In a speech to his supporters, Macron, who will compete in the second round in front of rival Marine Le Pen on April 24th, promised to work to convince all voters, including those who abstained or voted for far-right and left candidates in order to vote for him.

On April 24th, we can choose a new French and European era. On April 24, we can make a choice of hope. On April 24th, we can make the elections of France and Europe together”, he said.

Macro thanked all citizens who voted in the first round of elections.

Your trust connects me. You can count on me to implement this project of progress, French and European independence”, Macron said by inviting all fellow citizens, despite their choice in the first round, to join, TF1 television reports.