Overview

• Dominique de Villepin has confirmed serious consideration of a 2027 presidential candidacy, stating his focus is on the ability to bring meaningful change.
• He has pledged 'total transparency' regarding his consulting activities if he becomes President of France, asserting no lobbying or conflicts of interest are involved.
• De Villepin revealed that his consulting clients are primarily French companies operating internationally but declined to disclose names due to confidentiality agreements.
• He clarified that he does not work with Gulf countries and reiterated his commitment to ethical practices in his professional activities.
• Identifying as a 'gaulliste,' de Villepin distanced himself from leftist ideologies, emphasizing his alignment with the principles of General de Gaulle.