After a period of leisure following the Paris Olympics and a Mediterranean vacation, President Emmanuel Macron has returned to confront the challenges facing French politics. With a hung parliament, social unrest, and soaring debt, Macron has initiated discussions with key political figures to select a new prime minister who can form a government and resolve the deadlock created by recent snap legislative elections.
The main focus of these talks is to create an alliance that will keep centrists in power and ensure that France remains governable amidst the current turmoil. Macron’s efforts to navigate these political waters come at a critical time for the country, as it grapples with a range of pressing issues that require decisive leadership.
Kethevane Gorjestani, FRANCE 24’s International Affairs Editor, provides insight into the ongoing negotiations and the potential outcome of Macron’s efforts to stabilize the government. Amidst the uncertainty and challenges facing French politics, the selection of a new prime minister and the formation of a government will be crucial in determining the future direction of the country.
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