France-Africa summit aims to counter COVID's economic impact
France is due to hold a summit for selected African heads of state to spur economic growth in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Citing reality on the ground, experts differ on conference expectations.
President Macron is seeking to bring together African leaders to discuss economic recovery
French President Emmanuel Macron on May 18 plays host to several African leaders, among them the chairperson of the African Union Commission and the head of the African Development Bank. Some European leaders — as well as representatives from the G7, G20, International Monetary Fund (IMF) and other financial institutions — are also expected to attend.