Citizen Coalition for Change leader leader Nelson Chamisa has congratulated Emmanuel Macron for winning a second term as French President.

Macron has become the first leader to win re-election in France for 20 years, after a defeating the far-right’s Marine Le Pen by a decisive 58.2% to 41.8%.

Chamisa said the victory of Macron (44) is such an inspiration and reminder to all the young people across the world that it’s doable.

“Congratulations to the 44 year-old Emmanuel Macron on this historic re-election. This is such an inspiration and reminder to all the young people across the world that it’s doable!. Going forward, France is a strategic ally and a key player in addressing global challenges,” he said.