French President Macron vows to stay on, says will name new PM 'in coming days'
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French President Macron vows to stay on, says will name new PM 'in coming days'

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French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday vowed to remain French president “until the end of mandate” and said that he would appoint a new prime minister “in the coming days” following Michel Barnier’s resignation after his government was ousted in a no-confidence vote in parliament French President Emmanuel Macron is seen on monitors as he addresses the nation during a televised broadcast from the presidential Elysee Palace, on the day of the Prime Minister's resignation on Thursday, following the parliamentary defeat one day prior, that forced his government to step down. AFP French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday vowed to remain French president “until the end of mandate” and said that he would appoint a new prime minister “in the coming days” following Michel Barnier’s resignation after his government was ousted in a no-confidence vote in parliament. According to The Guardian, in a 10 minutes address to the nation, Macron said, “The mandate you have given me is for 5 years and I will exercise it until the very end.” Macron also condemned the French far right and hard left for forming an “anti-republican front” to destabilise the government. Earlier today, Macron met Barnier, who handed in his resignation letter, a day after his minority coalition government became the first to be toppled by a no-confidence vote in more than 60 years.

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

Macron Names Centrist Francois Bayrou As French PM Amid Political Crisis
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Macron Names Centrist Francois Bayrou As French PM Amid Political Crisis

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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

Firstpost  

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 …

Francois Bayrou appointed as France's new Prime Minister amid ongoing political crisis
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1 week, 3 days ago

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 …

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 …

France's Macron postpones prime minister announcement until Friday
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France's Macron postpones prime minister announcement until Friday

Firstpost  

French President Emmanuel Macron has postponed the nomination of a new prime minister until Friday morning, his office said on Thursday French President Emmanuel Macron is seen on monitors as he addresses the nation during a televised broadcast from the presidential Elysee Palace, on the day of the Prime Minister's resignation on Thursday, following the parliamentary defeat one day prior, …

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

Suspense mounts as Macron prepares to unveil new French PM
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Suspense mounts as Macron prepares to unveil new French PM

Raw Story  

by Tom BARFIELD and Francesco FONTEMAGGI French President Emmanuel Macron was expected Thursday to name a new prime minister a week after MPs toppled the government, with politicians across the spectrum holding their breath while he conducts a day visit to Poland. Former prime minister Michel Barnier, whose government had support only from Macron's centrist camp and his own conservative …

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

President Macron set to name new prime minister
1 week, 4 days ago

President Macron set to name new prime minister

China Daily  

French President Emmanuel Macron appears on screen as he makes a television address to the nation after Prime Minister Michel Barnier's government was toppled in a no confidence vote in parliament, in Paris, France, Dec 5, 2024. France's President Emmanuel Macron has announced plans to appoint a new prime minister within 48 hours, following the resignation of Michel Barnier's government …

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 …

France's Macron to host party leaders in quest for new govt
1 week, 6 days ago

France's Macron to host party leaders in quest for new govt

Raw Story  

French party leaders will gather at President Emmanuel Macron's Elysee Palace office Tuesday in a bid to chart a route towards a new government, days after Prime Minister Michel Barnier was toppled in a confidence vote. "We will not participate in a government of 'national interest' with the Republicans or Macronists or whoever," Greens party leader Marine Tondelier said Monday …

J’accuse: Macron’s reckless part in Barnier’s downfall
2 weeks, 2 days ago

J’accuse: Macron’s reckless part in Barnier’s downfall

The Independent  

If France was expecting president Emmanuel Macron to try to dispel the sense of crisis following the collapse of the government, it had another think coming. In what seemed an impetuous – even reckless – response to the European elections in June, Macron dissolved the National Assembly and called new parliamentary elections, which only made matters worse. It could also …

Macron rejects calls to resign amid upheaval
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Macron rejects calls to resign amid upheaval

China Daily  

By CHEN WEIHUA in Brussels | CHINA DAILY | Updated: 2024-12-07 07:49 French President Emmanuel Macron appears on screen as he makes a television address to the nation after Prime Minister Michel Barnier's government was toppled in a no confidence vote in parliament, in Paris, France, Dec 5, 2024. French President Emmanuel Macron said he will appoint a new prime …

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

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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 …

Macron hits out at ‘anti-Republican’ front after French PM Barnier ousted
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Macron hits out at ‘anti-Republican’ front after French PM Barnier ousted

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 French president Emmanuel Macron has …

French parliament in chaos
2 weeks, 3 days ago

French parliament in chaos

ABC  

Sabra Lane: French President Emmanuel Macron has addressed the nation vowing to stay on in his role until the end of his term in 2027. Kathryn Diss: Well, it was widely speculated that Emmanuel Macron would announce a new Prime Minister tonight, but he hasn't. He also said that this new paradigm demands new political collaboration and that he's not …

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. …

French PM meets Macron to resign after no-confidence vote
2 weeks, 4 days ago

French PM meets Macron to resign after no-confidence vote

Raw Story  

by Francesco Fontemaggi, Jurgen Hecker, Stuart Williams French Prime Minister Michel Barnier on Thursday was meeting Emmanuel Macron to submit his resignation after losing a vote of no confidence in parliament, with the president urgently seeking ways to halt growing political and financial chaos. AFP French far-right leader Marine Le Pen defended her National Rally party's role in toppling the …

Barnier ousted: what does France’s latest political crisis mean for Macron and the country?
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Barnier ousted: what does France’s latest political crisis mean for Macron and the country?

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. The three blocs in parliament are: Mr Macron's centrist …

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 …

Why Michel Barnier was ousted as French prime minister just after 91 days
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Why Michel Barnier was ousted as French prime minister just after 91 days

Firstpost  

French Prime Minister Michel Barnier has overwhelmingly been voted out of power by lawmakers over his controversial budget. The 73-year-old now has the dubious honour of being the shortest-serving PM since the Fifth Republic, the system of government in France from 1958 French Prime Minister Michel Barnier leaves after he delivered a speech during a debate on two motions of …

Political Crisis In France As No-Confidence Motion Topples Govt
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Political Crisis In France As No-Confidence Motion Topples Govt

ABP News  

A political crisis has erupted in France after a no-confidence motion toppled the government, bringing an end to the beleaguered minority coalition of the rightwing prime minister Michel Barnier after only three months. An alliance of the left-wing parties brought the no-confidence motion which was also backed up by MPs from Marine Le Pen’s anti-immigration, far-right, National Rally. The no-confidence …

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 …

France plunges into a political crisis after PM Michel Barnier's govt ​loses no-confidence vote
2 weeks, 4 days ago

France plunges into a political crisis after PM Michel Barnier's govt ​loses no-confidence vote

Firstpost  

French Prime Minister Michel Barnier became the country’s shortest-serving premier since 1958 after his government was toppled by a no-confidence motion French Prime Minister Michel Barnier delivers a speech to announce the use by the French government of article 49.3, a special clause in the French Constitution, to push the budget bill through the National Assembly without a vote by …

French President Emmanuel Macron resists calls to resign and vows to name a new prime minister in days
2 weeks, 4 days ago

French President Emmanuel Macron resists calls to resign and vows to name a new prime minister in days

CNN  

CNN — Embattled French President Emmanuel Macron said he hoped to appoint a new prime minister in the coming days, in a combative televised address that will do little to ease a deepening political crisis. “The extreme right and the extreme left united together in an anti-Republican front,” Macron said of the Wednesday vote against Barnier that opened up a …

France's Macron to address nation day after no-confidence vote topples government
2 weeks, 4 days ago

France's Macron to address nation day after no-confidence vote topples government

New Indian Express  

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. Macron "took note" of Barnier's resignation, the Elysee presidential palace said in a statement. Macron took more than two months to appoint Barnier after …

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 government falls: What’s next for Macron, Le Pen, France?
2 weeks, 4 days ago

French government falls: What’s next for Macron, Le Pen, France?

Al Jazeera  

French legislators from both sides of the political spectrum voted to remove Barnier from power. After less than four months in power, French Prime Minister Michel Barnier’s government has lost a no-confidence vote in parliament over a social security budget dispute. “She realises that voting for a no-confidence motion, thereby potentially leading France into serious political and economic turmoil, goes …

French PM Barnier ousted in no-confidence vote
2 weeks, 4 days ago

French PM Barnier ousted in no-confidence vote

China Daily  

Xinhua | Updated: 2024-12-05 03:38 French Prime Minister Michel Barnier leaves after he delivered a speech during a debate on two motions of no-confidence against the French government, tabled by the alliance of left-wing parties the "Nouveau Front Populaire" and the far-right Rassemblement National party, after the use by French government of the article 49.3, a special clause in the …

French PM Barnier ousted in no-confidence vote
2 weeks, 4 days ago

French PM Barnier ousted in no-confidence vote

China Daily  

Xinhua | Updated: 2024-12-05 03:38 French Prime Minister Michel Barnier leaves after he delivered a speech during a debate on two motions of no-confidence against the French government, tabled by the alliance of left-wing parties the "Nouveau Front Populaire" and the far-right Rassemblement National party, after the use by French government of the article 49.3, a special clause in the …

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 …

Analysis: As France sinks into the political mire, Macron must be kicking himself
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Analysis: As France sinks into the political mire, Macron must be kicking himself

CNN  

Paris CNN — It was a blow most saw coming but that can’t have softened the sting for French President Emmanuel Macron. As the latest round of political head-scratching begins in France, the main question on everyone’s lips is: “Who will Macron pick as the next prime minister?” Barnier – a champion of the European Union’s Brexit negotiations and serial …

Analysis: As France sinks into the political mire, Macron must be kicking himself
Top News
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Analysis: As France sinks into the political mire, Macron must be kicking himself

CNN  

Paris CNN — It was a blow most saw coming but that can’t have softened the sting for French President Emmanuel Macron. As the latest round of political head-scratching begins in France, the main question on everyone’s lips is: “Who will Macron pick as the next prime minister?” Barnier – a champion of the European Union’s Brexit negotiations and serial …

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 …

French parliament backs no-confidence motion against government of Prime Minister Michel Barnier
2 weeks, 4 days ago

French parliament backs no-confidence motion against government of Prime Minister Michel Barnier

ABC  

The French National Assembly has ousted the government of prime minister Michel Barnier after a no-confidence vote. French government structure The President of the Republic : An elected head of state and armed forces who appoints the country's prime minister and their proposed members of parliament. Two no-confidence motions on Mr Barnier's leadership were moved by parties on the far …

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