Macron in Vietnam: fun moment or serious rivalry with Brigitte?

Macron in Vietnam: fun moment or serious rivalry with Brigitte?

Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte arrived in Vietnam on May 29, 2025, where they take an important trip to Southeast Asia. This trip was accompanied by an incident on the plane, which immediately attracted attention. A video that documents the couple's arrival shows a moment when Brigitte Macron pushes her husband on her face. This action caused numerous speculation on social media.

Macron said that it was not a slap in the face, but a “fun moment” between him and his wife. The Élysée Palace described the action as a "moment of familiarity" and made it clear that it was no dispute. Brigitte wore a red top, which was assumed that the hand that Macron hit was. A advisor to the President also pointed out a fake that was brought into circulation by Russian media. Despite the reporting, Macron called on the public to calm down because many videos of the scene were misunderstood.

debate in social media

The incident led to numerous comments and jokes on social media about the relationship between the French president and his wife. Macron himself concluded a number of important agreements during his visit to Vietnam. These include the sale of over 20 Airbus pilots as well as topics such as nuclear energy, defense and straw observation satellites.

After Brigitte's video became online when she pushed her husband online, Macron's office confirmed the authenticity of the pictures, but was initially skeptical. A trustworthy friend of the President described the incident as a slight "argument" of a couple and played it down. This presentation was also supported by another member of his entourage, which spoke of a moment of relaxation.

destinations of the trip

Macron's visit to Vietnam is the first stop of an almost one -week journey through Southeast Asia, which also includes Indonesia and Singapore. The aim of this trip is to present France as a reliable alternative to the USA and China, especially in times of economic uncertainties due to the ongoing trade conflict between these two world powers.

Since their marriage in 2007, Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron have been one of the most famous couples in French politics. They got to know each other when Emmanuel was still a student and Brigitte was his teacher. The latest incident shows how personal moments can cause great public attention and discussions, especially in political operation.

with his numerous agreements and his charming way of acting in delicate situations, Macron would like to make sure that the French-Vietnamese relationships are strengthened while at the same time drawing attention to his family and the dynamics of his marriage.