As the French presidential election draws closer, Dominique de Villepin, the former prime minister, is continuing to outline his political views. In a recent interview with LCI, he emphasized his support for "controlled immigration," a policy he says requires a clear understanding of the people currently living in France. He criticized the current situation, stating that France does not have a full grasp of who is present on its territory. Villepin believes that the first step in managing immigration is to register undocumented immigrants using biometric documents, which would allow the government to identify individuals and understand their activities. Villepin also expressed concern about the challenges of enforcing France’s policy on the obligation to leave French territory (OQTF), which requires foreigners who are not legally present to leave the country. He noted that France lacks the necessary tools to effectively carry out this policy and suggested that more diplomatic efforts with countries of origin are needed to facilitate the process. He further criticized current integration policies, claiming they have failed to properly integrate many foreigners living in France. When asked about his political stance, Villepin described himself as someone who supports "social justice," aligning him with left-wing principles, but also values "republican order," which places him closer to the right. This dual positioning reflects his belief in balancing social equity with national cohesion. Despite his views, Villepin has not yet officially announced a candidacy for president, though he is currently polling around 3% in opinion surveys. At 72 years old, Villepin has remained cautious about entering the presidential race, stating he is waiting for "the appropriate moment" to make his move. He joked that he has been waiting for 20 years and considers himself a patient person. While his political ambitions remain unclear, his recent comments suggest he is carefully positioning himself as a potential candidate for the upcoming election.