KINGSTON, Jamaica — The People’s National Party and its president Dr Peter Phillips have extended congratulations to Emmanuel Macron and En Marche – the social-liberal political party in France, on a “most deserving” victory in the French Presidential Elections.

Dr Phillips, in conveying his Party’s support for the new president-elect said, “Our People’s National Party celebrates with President-Elect Macron in sending our best wishes to the French people for this justified success as he prepares to take up the challenges of this high office. Indeed, it is a signal of France’s commitment to openness to global cultures, its role in Europe while also managing its national priorities as effectively as possible.”The PNP, in its release, also assured the president-elect and the people of France of their continued friendship and that of all well-thinking Jamaicans.Opposition Leader Dr Phillips also said, “We want president elect Macron to know that as he embarks upon his new responsibilities, the PNP looks forward to working with him not only to develop closer relations between our parties, but also to bolster a shared commitment in the cause of peace and the advancement of all people.”