Is France still relevant?

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Abstract

Is France still relevant? Asking this provocative question in honor of the late Stanley Hoffmann's lifelong commitment to French studies, I examine the contemporary role of France in international affairs, in Europe, and in globalization. The article then analyzes the structural reasons for these shifts in relevance, as well as the possible political openings to break from the "stalemate society," including the emergence of new "artists in politics." I conclude by reflecting on how the current uncertain state of the world, which may be on the cusp of a tectonic shift precipitated by the advent of Donald Trump in the United States and the resurgence of nationalism in Europe, is both challenging what is left of France's international relevance and providing it with renewed opportunities to play a meaningful role under the presidency of young, pro-European Emmanuel Macron.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)59-75
Number of pages17
JournalFrench Politics, Culture & Society
Volume35
Issue number2
DOIs
StatePublished - Jun 1 2017

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Cultural Studies
  • Anthropology
  • History
  • Sociology and Political Science

Keywords

  • European Union
  • Foreign policy
  • France
  • Globalization
  • Hoffmann

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