Overview

• Macron's visit includes bilateral talks with Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina, with agreements on energy, education, healthcare, and infrastructure expected to be finalized.
• France's EDF is set to partner with Madagascar's hydroelectric company CGHV to construct a major dam aimed at alleviating the country's severe power shortages.
• Only one-third of Madagascar’s population has access to electricity, with frequent power outages lasting over eight hours daily, highlighting the urgency of energy reform.
• Discussions are ongoing over contentious issues such as the Scattered Islands' sovereignty, Mayotte's status, and demands for colonial-era restitutions, including cultural artifacts.
• Macron will also participate in the Indian Ocean Commission Summit, addressing food security, climate resilience, and sustainable development in the region.