Faltering economy, divided polity: How new French prime minister accedes to a crown of thorns
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Faltering economy, divided polity: How new French prime minister accedes to a crown of thorns

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In a divided nation struggling with polarised politics, high debt, and a ballooning deficit, the task before 73-year-old François Bayrou—a well-known name in French politics and a long-time Macron ally—is humongous On Friday, December 13, President Emmanuel Macron of France appointed François Bayrou as the new Prime Minister of France. Two, the Left, Right, Centre conundrum—the result has been a complete conundrum of Left, Right, and Centre, with a fractured National Assembly Lower House of France, making governance impossible owing to it being evenly divided among Marine Le Pen’s far-right Rassemblement National, now the first political force in France; Macron’s centrist Renaissance party; and finally, a loosely united and contentious tactical coalition between the left and the far left. At a handover ceremony with former Prime Minister Michel Barnier on Friday, Bayrou said, “No one knows better than him the scale of France’s financial problems, comparing the country’s budget deficit to the Himalayan Mountain range." Straightaway unswerving task The straight, unswerving task of the new Prime Minister emanates from the very reason Bayrou’s predecessor, Michel Barnier, was ousted by the far-right and left-wing lawmakers.

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Two-thirds of French already unhappy with new PM Bayrou: poll
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1 day, 16 hours ago

Two-thirds of French already unhappy with new PM Bayrou: poll

The Hindu  

France’s new Prime Minister Francois Bayrou, who is still scrambling to name his government before Christmas, faced a fresh challenge Sunday : a historically low poll rating. Even before he has properly started his job, a new poll carried out by Ifop for the French weekly Journal du Dimanche found 66% of respondents were unhappy with his performance. Going back …

Faltering economy, divided polity: How new French prime minister accedes to a crown of thorns
1 week ago

Faltering economy, divided polity: How new French prime minister accedes to a crown of thorns

Firstpost  

In a divided nation struggling with polarised politics, high debt, and a ballooning deficit, the task before 73-year-old François Bayrou—a well-known name in French politics and a long-time Macron ally—is humongous Francois Bayrou is the leader of French centrist party MoDem. Reuters On Friday, December 13, President Emmanuel Macron of France appointed François Bayrou as the new Prime Minister of …

New French PM Bayrou to meet far-right leader Le Pen amid budget talks
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1 week, 1 day ago

New French PM Bayrou to meet far-right leader Le Pen amid budget talks

India Today  

New French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou will meet with the heads of parliamentary groups on Monday and Tuesday, starting with Marine Le Pen of the far-right Rassemblement National, he told La Tribune Dimanche in an interview. Bayrou, whose appointment on Friday made him the fourth person to serve as French prime minister this year, will be responsible for steering a …

Moody's downgrades France's credit rating, cites 'political fragmentation'
1 week, 2 days ago

Moody's downgrades France's credit rating, cites 'political fragmentation'

Firstpost  

Moody’s cited France’s ‘political fragmentation’ in its decision, which comes after parliament ousted Michel Barnier’s government in a historic no-confidence vote following a standoff over an austerity budget Ratings agency Moody’s downgraded France’s credit rating Saturday to Aa3 with a stable outlook, following months of political crisis and the appointment of centrist Francois Bayrou as prime minister. Moody’s cited France’s …

Macron's new PM Bayrou faces budget battle with fractious French parliament
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1 week, 2 days ago

Macron's new PM Bayrou faces budget battle with fractious French parliament

Hindustan Times  

By Gabriel Stargardter and Makini Brice Macron's new PM Bayrou faces budget battle with fractious French parliament PARIS -New French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou said on Friday he faced a "Himalaya" of a challenge to tackle France's deficit, with opponents' lukewarm reactions to his appointment underlining the difficulty of the job he faces. President Emmanuel Macron earlier named Bayrou as …

Macron names ally Francois Bayrou as France’s new prime minister to try to end political chaos
1 week, 3 days ago

Macron names ally Francois Bayrou as France’s new prime minister to try to end political chaos

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Mr Bayrou, 73, is expected to put forward his …

French President Macron appoints François Bayrou as new Prime Minister amid political turmoil
1 week, 3 days ago

French President Macron appoints François Bayrou as new Prime Minister amid political turmoil

Live Mint  

French President Emmanuel Macron has named centrist leader François Bayrou as the new Prime Minister, tasked with navigating France out of months of political instability. Bayrou, 73, is the head of the centrist MoDem group allied with Macron’s party and replaces Michel Barnier, who was recently ousted in a no-confidence vote. The French presidency confirmed, “The President of the Republic …

France's Macron names centrist ally Bayrou as PM
1 week, 3 days ago

France's Macron names centrist ally Bayrou as PM

Raw Story  

by Francesco Fontemaggi, Stuart Williams and Anna Smolchenko President Emmanuel Macron on Friday named centrist leader Francois Bayrou as prime minister, handing him the daunting task of hauling France out of months of political crisis. Bayrou is the sixth prime minister of Macron's mandate after last week's toppling of Barnier, who became France's shortest-serving prime minister and lasted only three …

Macron Names Centrist Francois Bayrou As French PM Amid Political Crisis
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1 week, 3 days ago

Macron Names Centrist Francois Bayrou As French PM Amid Political Crisis

ABP News  

French President Emmanuel Macron appointed centrist leader François Bayrou as France's new Prime Minister on Friday, tasking him with addressing the ongoing political turmoil. Bayrou, head of the MoDem group, allied with Macron’s party, takes office just nine days after a historic no-confidence vote ousted Michel Barnier's government over an austerity budget standoff. Bayrou’s Appointment Amid Political Crisis In France …

Macron picks centrist politician Francois Bayrou to be France's new prime minister
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Macron picks centrist politician Francois Bayrou to be France's new prime minister

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A veteran centrist and leader of the Democratic Movement, he is the sixth prime minister of Macron’s mandate and the fourth one this year French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday named centrist politician Francois Bayrou as the new prime minister of the country. Bayrou, 73, is the fourth person to take the post of prime minister this year, as French …

French President Macron names centrist ally Francois Bayrou as next prime minister
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1 week, 3 days ago

French President Macron names centrist ally Francois Bayrou as next prime minister

LA Times  

The appointment of veteran politician Francois Bayrou, 73, as prime minister is seen as key in efforts to restore stability to the French government, as no single party holds a majority in Parliament. French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday named centrist ally Francois Bayrou as prime minister in an effort to address the country’s deep political crisis after a historic …

Who is Francois Bayrou, France’s new prime minister?
1 week, 3 days ago

Who is Francois Bayrou, France’s new prime minister?

Al Jazeera  

The 73-year-old centrist and leader of the Democratic Movement will replace Michel Barnier, who lost a confidence vote in parliament. In a post on X after the announcement of Bayrou’s appointment on Friday, Macron ally and former Prime Minister Gabriel Attal welcomed the news and said his Renaissance party members would support it. Nous avons fait le… — Mathilde Panot …

Francois Bayrou appointed as France's new Prime Minister amid ongoing political crisis
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Francois Bayrou appointed as France's new Prime Minister amid ongoing political crisis

India TV News  

In a significant development, French President Emmanuel Macron has appointed centrist ally Francois Bayrou as the new Prime Minister in a bid to resolve the country’s political turmoil following last week's parliamentary vote that ousted the previous government. This development comes after former Prime Minister Michel Barnier resigned last week following a no-confidence vote prompted by budget disputes in the …

Francois Bayrou is France’s new prime minister, but a showdown with lawmakers looms
1 week, 3 days ago

Francois Bayrou is France’s new prime minister, but a showdown with lawmakers looms

CNN  

Paris CNN — France’s embattled President Emmanuel Macron has appointed centrist ally Francois Bayrou as prime minister, he announced on Friday, as he seeks to calm a political crisis that has left his authority dwindling by the day. “I think that there is a path to be found that brings people together instead of dividing them.” Barnier’s minority government collapsed …

Emmanuel Macron announces François Bayrou as new French prime minister
1 week, 3 days ago

Emmanuel Macron announces François Bayrou as new French prime minister

ABC  

French President Emmanuel Macron has chosen François Bayrou to be the country's next prime minister, tasking the veteran centrist with steering the country out of its second major political crisis in the last six months. Following the no-confidence vote, Mr Macron told party leaders on Tuesday he would name a new prime minister within 48 hours. National Rally's Jordan Bardella …

New PM Francois Bayrou says he knows ‘difficulty’ of France’s situation
1 week, 3 days ago

New PM Francois Bayrou says he knows ‘difficulty’ of France’s situation

Al Jazeera  

Veteran politician tasked with hauling nation from crisis after the previous government was toppled. France’s new Prime Minister Francois Bayrou says he is well aware of the scale of France’s financial and political problems, comparing the country’s budget deficit to the Himalayan mountain range. President Emmanuel Macron named centrist Bayrou as his new prime minister after Barnier was forced by …

Will France get a new PM today, one who stays in office?
1 week, 4 days ago

Will France get a new PM today, one who stays in office?

Firstpost  

French President Emmanuel Macron is expected to appoint a new prime minister today, nearly a week after the political crisis triggered by Michel Barnier’s removal from office French President Emmanuel Macron is expected to appoint a new prime minister today, nearly a week after the political crisis triggered by Michel Barnier’s removal from office. Macron faces significant pressure to form …

France’s Macron set to name new prime minister on Friday
1 week, 4 days ago

France’s Macron set to name new prime minister on Friday

Al Jazeera  

French president’s office says a new PM will be named Friday morning following Michel Barnier’s resignation last week. French President Emmanuel Macron will name a new prime minister on Friday morning, his office said. “The statement naming the prime minister will be published tomorrow morning,” the Elysee presidential palace said on Thursday after Macron returned early from a trip to …

Macron seeks political deal to name a new prime minister and restore France’s stability
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1 week, 5 days ago

Macron seeks political deal to name a new prime minister and restore France’s stability

Associated Press  

PARIS — French President Emmanuel Macron is seeking a political deal that would allow him to both name a new prime minister and “guarantee the stability of the country,” following the resignation of ousted Prime Minister Michel Barnier, a spokesperson for the outgoing government said Wednesday. Barnier’s government has been tasked with handling current affairs pending the appointment of a …

Defiant Macron seeks new French PM, exit from crisis
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Defiant Macron seeks new French PM, exit from crisis

Raw Story  

by Stuart Williams President Emmanuel Macron on Friday was holding talks with French political leaders on the left and right as he seeks to name a new prime minister and find a way out of France's political crisis. Macron adopted a defiant tone in an address to the nation late Thursday, 24 hours after Prime Minister Michel Barnier's government was …

Emmanuel Macron: A French president of 5 prime ministers and looking 6th
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Emmanuel Macron: A French president of 5 prime ministers and looking 6th

Firstpost  

As Macron remains adamant about completing his tenure, this will be the sixth time the French leader will have to pick a new Prime Minister. Here’s a look at the other five who came and went while Macron stayed in power While delivering a televised address, 24 hours after his Prime Minister Michel Barnier’s government collapsed, French President Emmanuel Macron …

France's Macron says he will appoint a new prime minister soon
2 weeks, 3 days ago

France's Macron says he will appoint a new prime minister soon

Deccan Chronicle  

French President Emmanuel Macron will appoint a new prime minister in the coming days whose top priority will be getting a 2025 budget adopted by parliament, he said on Thursday after the government was toppled by lawmakers.Michel Barnier, a veteran conservative, became the shortest-serving prime minister in modern French history when he resigned on Thursday after parliament voted him out …

French political crisis deepens as PM resigns
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2 weeks, 3 days ago

French political crisis deepens as PM resigns

China Daily  

By MOHAMMAD ARIF ULLAH in Paris | China Daily Global | Updated: 2024-12-06 09:10 French Prime Minister Michel Barnier and members of the French government listen to the result of the vote on the first motion of no-confidence against the French government at the National Assembly in Paris, France, Dec 4, 2024. French Prime Minister Michel Barnier has stepped down …

French political crisis deepens as PM resigns
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2 weeks, 3 days ago

French political crisis deepens as PM resigns

China Daily  

By MOHAMMAD ARIF ULLAH in Paris | China Daily Global | Updated: 2024-12-06 09:10 French Prime Minister Michel Barnier and members of the French government listen to the result of the vote on the first motion of no-confidence against the French government at the National Assembly in Paris, France, Dec 4, 2024. French Prime Minister Michel Barnier has stepped down …

Emmanuel Macron vows to stay on after Barnier government toppled by no-confidence vote
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Emmanuel Macron vows to stay on after Barnier government toppled by no-confidence vote

ABC  

French President Emmanuel Macron will appoint a new prime minister in coming days after the first successful no-confidence motion in 60 years brought down the Barnier government. In a televised speech on Thursday night, local time, Mr Macron vowed to stay on until the end of his term in 2027 and said he had asked incumbent Prime Minister Michel Barnier …

Emmanuel Macron vows to stay in office, will name new Prime Minister soon
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Emmanuel Macron vows to stay in office, will name new Prime Minister soon

India Today  

French President Emmanuel Macron will appoint a new prime minister in the coming days whose top priority will be getting a 2025 budget adopted by parliament, he said on Thursday after the government was toppled by lawmakers. Michel Barnier, a veteran conservative, became the shortest-serving prime minister in modern French history when he resigned on Thursday after parliament voted him …

Who could Macron pick as France’s next prime minister to replace Barnier?
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Who could Macron pick as France’s next prime minister to replace Barnier?

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Mr Macron appointed Mr Bayrou as justice minister but …

France awaits Emmanuel Macron’s speech after no-confidence vote: ‘Stability requires…’
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

France awaits Emmanuel Macron’s speech after no-confidence vote: ‘Stability requires…’

Live Mint  

PARIS — French President Emmanuel Macron will address the nation Thursday following the resignation of ousted Prime Minister Michel Barnier, a day after a historic no-confidence vote at the National Assembly left France without a functioning government. The no-confidence motion passed by 331 votes in the National Assembly, forcing Barnier to step down after just three months in office—the shortest …

France's Macron to address the nation amid hunt for his next PM
2 weeks, 4 days ago

France's Macron to address the nation amid hunt for his next PM

Firstpost  

French President Emmanuel Macron will address the nation on Thursday night, following Prime Minister Michel Barnier’s ouster in a no-confidence vote, according to a report French President Emmanuel Macron will address the nation on Thursday night, following Prime Minister Michel Barnier’s ouster in a no-confidence vote, according to a BBC report. Before Barnier submitted his resignation on Thursday morning, speculation …

France’s Macron vows to stay in office till end of term, says he’ll name a new prime minister soon
2 weeks, 4 days ago

France’s Macron vows to stay in office till end of term, says he’ll name a new prime minister soon

Associated Press  

The Latest: Follow live updates as France’s Emmanuel Macron addresses the nation. PARIS — French President Emmanuel Macron vowed to stay in office until the end of his term, due in 2027, and announced that he will name a new prime minister within days in efforts to overcome the political deadlock following the resignation of ousted Prime Minister Michel Barnier. …

France’s government has fallen after no-confidence vote: Here’s what could happen next
2 weeks, 4 days ago

France’s government has fallen after no-confidence vote: Here’s what could happen next

Firstpost  

A historic no-confidence vote has forced out France’s Prime Minister Michel Barnier and his Cabinet. Let’s take a closer look French Prime Minister Michel Barnier has been ousted after a vote of no-confidence was passed against him. It comprises three major blocs – Prime Minister Emmanul Macron’s centrist allies, the left-wing coalition New Popular Front, and the far-right National Rally. …

France back to political stalemate, Macron gets the old headache
2 weeks, 4 days ago

France back to political stalemate, Macron gets the old headache

Firstpost  

Michel Barnier, the oldest Prime Minister since the establishment of the fifth French Republic, also became the shortest-serving premier since 1958 after his government lost a no-confidence motion. The ordeal now leaves French President Emmanuel Macron in a pickle regarding who to pick next French President Emmanuel Macron was pushed into a major political conundrum after his appointed Prime Minister …

Macron seeks ways out of France's political crisis as Barnier becomes shortest-serving PM in over six decades – Firstpost
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Macron seeks ways out of France's political crisis as Barnier becomes shortest-serving PM in over six decades – Firstpost

Firstpost  

Michel Barnier became France’s first prime minister to be ousted by parliament in over six decades and now will go down in history as the shortest serving PM since the Fifth Republic began in 1958 French Prime Minister Michel Barnier gestures after the result of the no-confidence vote on his administration at the National Assembly in Paris on December 4, …

French govt collapses as PM Barnier loses no-confidence vote
2 weeks, 4 days ago

French govt collapses as PM Barnier loses no-confidence vote

Deccan Chronicle  

France's far-right and left-wing lawmakers joined together Wednesday in a historic no-confidence vote prompted by budget disputes that forces Prime Minister Michel Barnier and his Cabinet members to resign, a first since 1962.The National Assembly approved the motion by 331 votes. Both opposition blocs, typically at odds, are uniting against Barnier, accusing him of imposing austerity measures and failing to …

French govt collapses after no-confidence vote; ‘Budget Bill’ triggers Michel Barnier’s downfall as shortest premier
2 weeks, 4 days ago

French govt collapses after no-confidence vote; ‘Budget Bill’ triggers Michel Barnier’s downfall as shortest premier

Live Mint  

France's Govt Collapses: In a dramatic turn of events, France’s Michel Barnier -led government has been brought down by a no-confidence vote in the National Assembly, marking the shortest tenure for a prime minister since the country’s Fifth Republic was established in 1958. Budget Bill at the Centre of France's Political Crisis Barnier’s three-month government had been under growing pressure …

French govt collapses as PM Barnier loses no-confidence vote
2 weeks, 4 days ago

French govt collapses as PM Barnier loses no-confidence vote

New Indian Express  

PARIS: France's far-right and left-wing lawmakers joined together Wednesday in a historic no-confidence vote prompted by budget disputes that forces Prime Minister Michel Barnier and his Cabinet members to resign, a first since 1962. However, he will need to appoint a new prime minister for the second time after July's legislative elections led to a deeply divided parliament. A conservative …

French Prime Minister ousted in no-confidence vote, deepening political crisis
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

French Prime Minister ousted in no-confidence vote, deepening political crisis

India Today  

French opposition lawmakers brought the government down on Wednesday, throwing the European Union's second-biggest economic power deeper into a political crisis that threatens its capacity to legislate and rein in a massive budget deficit. France's political turmoil will further weaken a European Union already reeling from the implosion of Germany's coalition government, and weeks before US President-elect Donald Trump returns …

French PM Barnier expected to resign today after losing no-confidence vote
2 weeks, 4 days ago

French PM Barnier expected to resign today after losing no-confidence vote

India Today  

French Prime Minister Michel Barnier is expected to resign on Thursday after far-right and leftist lawmakers voted to topple his government, plunging France into its second major political crisis in six months. Barnier, a veteran politician who was formerly the European Union's Brexit negotiator, will be the shortest serving prime minister in modern French history. France's political turmoil will further …

French government collapses as Prime Minister Michel Barnier-led Cabinet loses 'historic' no-confidence vote
2 weeks, 4 days ago

French government collapses as Prime Minister Michel Barnier-led Cabinet loses 'historic' no-confidence vote

India TV News  

France Political Crisis: In a landmark political development, France's Prime Minister Michel Barnier and his Cabinet have been compelled to resign following a no-confidence vote in the National Assembly. However, he now faces the task of appointing a new Prime Minister, his second such appointment following July's legislative elections, which resulted in a highly fragmented parliament. Macron faces political gridlock …

France’s Macron vows to stay in office till end of term, says he’ll name a new prime minister soon
2 weeks, 4 days ago

France’s Macron vows to stay in office till end of term, says he’ll name a new prime minister soon

LA Times  

French President Emmanuel Macron, right, did not hint at whom he might choose to replace Michel Barnier, left, as prime minister. French President Emmanuel Macron vowed Thursday to stay in office until the end of his term in 2027 and announced that he will name a new prime minister within days after lawmakers forced Michel Barnier to resign. He said …

French PM Michel Barnier loses no-confidence vote as government collapses in fresh crisis for Macron
2 weeks, 4 days ago

French PM Michel Barnier loses no-confidence vote as government collapses in fresh crisis for Macron

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Michel Barnier has become the …

France no-confidence vote: Lawmakers vote to oust Prime Minister Michel Barnier, plunging country into chaos
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

France no-confidence vote: Lawmakers vote to oust Prime Minister Michel Barnier, plunging country into chaos

CNN  

Paris CNN — French Prime Minister Michel Barnier submitted his resignation Thursday, after losing a vote of no confidence that triggered the collapse of the government and deepened the country’s political turmoil. His is the first French government to be defeated in a no-confidence motion since 1962, and Barnier is now set to become France’s shortest-serving prime minister in history. …

France no-confidence vote: Lawmakers vote to oust Prime Minister Michel Barnier, plunging country into chaos
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

France no-confidence vote: Lawmakers vote to oust Prime Minister Michel Barnier, plunging country into chaos

CNN  

Paris CNN — French Prime Minister Michel Barnier submitted his resignation Thursday, after losing a vote of no confidence that triggered the collapse of the government and deepened the country’s political turmoil. His is the first French government to be defeated in a no-confidence motion since 1962, and Barnier is now set to become France’s shortest-serving prime minister in history. …

No-confidence vote may see French govt collapse
2 weeks, 5 days ago

No-confidence vote may see French govt collapse

China Daily  

France's Prime Minister Michel Barnier arrives to attend a televised interview at Hotel Matignon in Paris, France, December 3, 2024. French Prime Minister Michel Barnier's 3-month-old government is most likely to collapse this week after the opposition parties launched a no-confidence vote over his pushing through a social security budget in the parliament without a vote. Barnier on Monday used …

French lawmakers vote to oust prime minister in first successful no-confidence vote since 1962
2 weeks, 5 days ago

French lawmakers vote to oust prime minister in first successful no-confidence vote since 1962

LA Times  

Prime Minister Michel Barnier, in the National Assembly during debate Wednesday, must resign along with his Cabinet after a no-confidence vote. France’s far-right and left-wing lawmakers joined together Wednesday in a historic no-confidence vote prompted by budget disputes that forces Prime Minister Michel Barnier and his Cabinet members to resign, a first since 1962. However, he will need to appoint …

No-confidence vote may see French govt collapse
2 weeks, 5 days ago

No-confidence vote may see French govt collapse

China Daily  

France's Prime Minister Michel Barnier arrives to attend a televised interview at Hotel Matignon in Paris, France, December 3, 2024. French Prime Minister Michel Barnier's 3-month-old government is most likely to collapse this week after the opposition parties launched a no-confidence vote over his pushing through a social security budget in the parliament without a vote. Barnier on Monday used …

France’s government looks on the brink of collapse. What’s next?
2 weeks, 6 days ago

France’s government looks on the brink of collapse. What’s next?

Associated Press  

PARIS — France’s minority government appeared to be in its final hours Tuesday as opposition lawmakers from the left and the far right vowed to topple Prime Minister Michel Barnier’s Cabinet. Following the June-July parliamentary elections, the National Assembly, France’s powerful lower house of parliament, is divided into three major blocs: a left-wing coalition known as the New Popular Front, …

French government on verge of collapse as PM Barnier faces no-confidence vote
3 weeks ago

French government on verge of collapse as PM Barnier faces no-confidence vote

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The French government is on …

French lawmakers vote to oust prime minister in the first successful no-confidence vote since 1962
3 weeks ago

French lawmakers vote to oust prime minister in the first successful no-confidence vote since 1962

Associated Press  

PARIS — France’s far-right and left-wing lawmakers joined together to vote Wednesday a no-confidence motion prompted by budget disputes that forces Prime Minister Michel Barnier to resign. PARIS — French Prime Minister Michel Barnier is bracing for a no-confidence vote this week, a political reckoning almost certain to topple his fragile government and send shockwaves across the eurozone. Barnier on …

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