MONROVIA — French President Emmanuel Macron has reportedly declined a direct appeal from President Joseph Boakai to intervene in the escalating border dispute between Liberia and Guinea, according to multiple sources. The disclosure follows earlier reporting by FrontPage Africa, which revealed that President Boakai had personally reached out to President Macron, urging him to use France’s diplomatic influence to calm tensions with Conakry. That outreach was later corroborated by France’s Ambassador to Liberia, Marc Fonbaustier, who confirmed that communication between the two leaders had indeed taken place. Although the ambassador refrained from disclosing specific details, her acknowledgment reinforced the seriousness of Liberia’s diplomatic overture and highlighted the urgency with which Monrovia is seeking international engagement. However, multiple sources Wednesday said President Macron ultimately signaled a clear reluctance to intervene, particularly given the sensitivities surrounding Guinea’s leadership under President Mamadi Doumbouya.

Source: Front Page Africa March 26, 2026 03:59 UTC