France's Macron: Draghi's work will serve Italy in months and years to come

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Thursday that Mario Draghi was "a reliable partner" and a "friend of France" whose accomplishments will serve Italy in the months and years to come, following Draghi's resignation.

In a statement, Macron praised Draghi's "unwavering commitment to reforming his country" and said his work will be a "solid basis" for Italy.

Draghi quit on Thursday after his national unity government fell apart, setting the country on course for an early election and shaking financial markets.