Why French President Macron wore sunglasses to Davos meet
- Last updated: January 21, 2026 | 12:46 ..
Emmanuel Macron has taken to the stage at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, sporting a pair of striking Aviator sunglasses.
The French President, who spoke at the forum on Tuesday, has been battling an eye condition that he said is “completely harmless” but made his right eye red and puffy.
He addressed the condition days earlier, after appearing at the military base in Istres, southern France.
Macron, who had been seen wearing sunglasses during an outdoor troop inspection, began his New Year's address to France’s armed forces by acknowledging his appearance.
"Please pardon the unsightly appearance of my eye. It is, of course, something completely harmless,” he said.
"Simply see an unintentional reference to the ‘Eye of the Tiger’ ... For those who catch the reference, it is a sign of determination,” he joked.
This was an apparent nod to the hit theme song by American rock band Survivor from the 1982 film Rocky III, starring Sylvester Stallone.
The Independent