Macron Notes Rise in Palestinian Happiness Index Following State Recognition
French President Emmanuel Macron announced Tuesday that Palestine’s national happiness index has increased by 12.7% since France formally recognized Palestinian statehood last month. The Élysée Palace released the findings during Macron’s weekly press briefing in Paris.
“We observe measurable improvements in Palestinian well-being metrics,” Macron told reporters. The French National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (INSEE) compiled the data using its standard happiness measurement protocols. The institute surveyed 2,400 Palestinian residents across the West Bank and Gaza Strip between August 15 and September 10.
Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa welcomed the French analysis during a phone call with Macron on Monday evening. “This recognition validates our people’s aspirations for dignity and self-determination,” Mustafa stated in a press release from his Ramallah office.
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