Macron Gets ‘Rock-Star’ Welcome at Sichuan University
马克龙在四川大学获“明星级”欢迎
French President Emmanuel Macron wrapped up his three-day China visit with an unexpectedly enthusiastic welcome at Sichuan University, which quickly went viral on Chinese social media. Videos showed Macron jogging to greet students, drawing cheers usually reserved for celebrities. Hashtags about his visit amassed hundreds of millions of views on Xiaohongshu and Weibo, with commenters joking that he was treated “like a rock star.” Many praised his friendly attitude, while memes contrasted his warm reception in China with the criticism he faces at home. Western media, including Reuters and Le Monde, also highlighted the scenes. Macron later posted clips on X urging unity. Experts told Chinese media that such lively, informal interactions help deepen mutual understanding and strengthen China–France relations.
法国总统马克龙结束三天访华行程时，在四川大学受到学生热情迎接，并迅速在中国社交媒体上走红。网上视频显示他小跑与学生握手，现场宛如明星见面会。相关话题在小红书和微博上获得数亿次阅读，不少网友调侃他“像摇滚明星”。许多评论称赞他的亲和态度，也用段子对比他在法国常遭批评的处境。路透社、世界报等西方媒体也关注这一场面。马克龙随后在X上发布演讲视频，呼吁团结。专家表示，这类更亲近的互动有助于加深中法之间的理解与交流。
