France gives WJC president Lauder top honor – World Jewish Congress President Ronald Lauder receives the top honor from French President Emmanuel Macron just nine years after his previous honor. | JPost

French President Emmanuel Macron named World Jewish Congress President Ronald S. Lauder a commander of the Legion of Honor on Friday.
The title, known to be France’s highest order of distinction, was presented in honor of Lauder’s contribution to the world’s Jewish communities, as well as his vision for peace and culture. The rank of commander is the highest rank a non-French citizen can achieve.