French President Emmanuel Macron hosted Chinese President Xi Jinping at a 7,000-foot pass in the Pyrenees, despite encountering dense fog and snow flurries. Macron greeted Xi with a personal touch, offering a yellow jersey and a lunch featuring local delicacies. However, the outcome of their discussions remains uncertain, with Xi smiling but offering little. Macron's efforts to build a close relationship with Xi have been met with skepticism, particularly regarding sensitive issues such as human rights in China. The private lunch aimed for frank discussions, but details were scarce. Despite the challenges, Macron's diplomatic approach reflects the subtleties of French diplomacy.