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France, Middle East
Prestigious Arab World Institute to pick new head after ex-minister resigns over Epstein

By Théo Sou
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French President Emmanuel Macron and the president of the Arab World Institute Jack Lang (R) in Paris, on 14 April 2025.
French President Emmanuel Macron and the president of the Arab World Institute Jack Lang (R) in Paris, on 14 April 2025. © Michel Euler/Pool/EPA/MaxPPP

Following the resignation of veteran politician Jack Lang from his role as president of the Paris-based Institut du Monde Arabe on 7 February over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, a shortlist of potential candidates is being drawn up. A woman is thought to be Emmanuel Macron's first choice.

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