French Prime Minister Position Filled by Macron Ally, Francois Bayrou. President Emmanuel Macron has appointed centrist leader Francois Bayrou as the new French prime minister, following months of political turmoil in the country. This development comes after the previous prime minister, Michel Barnier, was ousted in a no-confidence vote.
Macron ally Francois Bayrou appointed new French prime minister
The French government has been plagued by a crisis, with the previous prime minister, Michel Barnier, being ousted in a no-confidence vote. This development follows months of political turmoil since President Emmanuel Macron called snap parliamentary elections during the summer.
Key Events Leading to the Current Situation
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The National Assembly voted out Michel Barnier as prime minister, citing concerns over his plans for €60bn (£50bn) in tax rises and spending cuts.
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Former foreign minister Jean-Yves Le Drian was quoted as saying he turned down the job due to his age (in his late 70s).
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President Macron has vowed to remain in office until his second term ends in 2027, despite Barnier\u2019s downfall.
Appointment of New Prime Minister
Challenges Ahead for the New Government
- The challenge will be forming a government that can survive in the National Assembly without being brought down by opposition parties.
Reaction and Response
French media has described the encounter between President Macron and Francois Bayrou as tense. The appointment of Bayrou as prime minister has been met with mixed reactions, with some expressing concerns over his ability to stay in office for longer than Michel Barnier.
Key Players Involved
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Emmanuel Macron: President of France who has vowed to remain in office until 2027.
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Francois Bayrou: Centrist leader appointed as the new prime minister.
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Michel Barnier: Former prime minister ousted in a no-confidence vote.
Future Developments
