French PM Barnier’s New Government Plan
Michel Barnier, a 73-year-old conservative and former Brexit negotiator, is preparing to form a new government next week. The political landscape in France has been turbulent, with snap elections and a hung parliament making the situation uncertain. The French Prime Minister aims to address this political turmoil by creating a more stable administration to handle key issues like immigration reforms and the 2025 budget. His focus on strengthening government reforms comes at a time when the nation is under pressure from bond markets and the European Commission due to its growing deficit.
President Emmanuel Macron, whose party lost its majority in recent months, supports Barnier’s efforts to navigate this crisis. In a speech at the Horizons party conference in Reims, Barnier highlighted the importance of rebuilding political unity. As a former Brexit negotiator, his expertise in handling tough situations will be tested in the coming weeks as his government prepares to fight for crucial votes in parliament.
