Brigitte Macron and Queen Suthida displayed an immediate affinity during the ceremony at the Invalides and the reception at the Élysée on June 29, 2026. On the red carpet and under the cameras, their gazes, smiles, and warm gestures marked this official meeting between the French presidency and the Thai delegation.
In brief: arrival in Paris on June 28, historic state visit celebrating 170 years of diplomatic relations, matching powder pink outfits, hands joined on the cobblestones of the Invalides, and friendly exchanges on the steps of the Élysée.
Official meeting at the Invalides: elegance and closeness
On June 29, during the welcome ceremony at the Invalides, Brigitte Macron and Queen Suthida opted for an aesthetic duo in powder pink, coordinated and highly noted by the press. The two women, both in heels, walked side by side, sometimes holding hands, exchanging words that only the cameras tried to capture. These images quickly circulated on news sites, showcasing a genuine public warmth in a solemn diplomatic context. Return in images
Gazes, smiles, and warm gestures at the Élysée
During the official welcome at the presidential palace, Brigitte Macron guided Queen Suthida along the red carpet, offering her hand to climb the steps of the entrance. The exchanges concerning archives symbolizing France-Thailand cooperation punctuated the visit, illustrating how personal gestures can serve the diplomatic relationship. These scenes were commented on by national and specialized media, highlighting the role of visual soft power in this state visit. Official statement
An affinity that also speaks of diplomacy
The visit of King Maha Vajiralongkorn and Queen Suthida, the first presence of a Thai king in France since 1960, takes on a symbolic dimension. The gazes and smiles exchanged enhance the visibility of cooperation between Thailand and the French presidency, beyond the official dossiers. These media images contribute to humanizing the meeting, making the affinity between the two first ladies a vector of positive attention for bilateral relations. Context on the visit
To learn more about Sébastien Auzière and the media behind the scenes surrounding the Macron family, discover detailed analyses and narratives on the article dedicated to the visit and explore other columns on the Macron family to continue this dive into diplomatic news.
