PARIS – French President Emmanuel Macron has tested positive for Covid-19, the presidency said on Thursday.
“The president tested positive for COVID-19 today (Thursday),” it said in a statement, adding he would now self-isolate for the next week.
The 42-year-old leader will now, in accordance with national regulations, “self isolate for seven days.
“He will continue to work and carry out his activities remotely,” the statement added.