French President Emmanuel Macron says the United States is an established power but is gradually turning away from some of its allies. His remarks follow the US capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and Washington's renewed desire to acquire Greenland.
In an address to French ambassadors in Paris on Thursday, Macron added that the US is also freeing itself from international rules it promoted not long ago.
Macron also noted that multilateral institutions are becoming less effective. He went on to say that there are great powers with a real temptation to divide up the world.
The speech comes after US President Donald Trump's administration detained Maduro in a military operation in Venezuela earlier this month.
The administration, which pursues an "America First" policy, has also repeated its desire to obtain Greenland, a self-governing Danish territory. Other world leaders are opposed to the move.
Macron also voiced strong concern over China, which he described as an ever-rising power.
He said China has been demonstrating an increasingly uninhibited commercial aggressiveness, especially since the end of the coronavirus pandemic. He added that the country is now having a major impact on Europe's economy.

Quiz 1:
According to President Macron, what is the United States doing in relation to its allies?
A. Strengthening partnerships with increased financial aid.
B. Gradually turning away from some of its allies.
C. Forming new alliances to counter China's influence.
D. Offering unconditional support to all international agreements.

Quiz 2:
What event prompted Macron's recent remarks?
A. A trade agreement between France and China.
B. The United States' acquisition of Greenland.
C. The US capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.
D. An increase in China's military presence in Europe.

Quiz 3:
What term is used to describe the US policy mentioned in the article?
A. "America First"
B. "Global Unity"
C. "Multilateral Cooperation"
D. "Danish Partnership"

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Answers:
Quiz 1: B
Quiz 2: C
Quiz 3: A