French President Emmanuel Macron will name a new prime minister within 48 hours, as stated by the Elysee Palace, amidst looming concerns over potential fresh elections. This announcement follows the resignation of outgoing Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu, who alluded to a fading possibility of dissolving the current parliament after discussions with various political factions.
Lecornu, a close ally of Macron and the third prime minister to resign in less than a year, highlighted the parliament's majority desire to avoid new elections, indicating a pressing need to pass a budget by year’s end. His departure was influenced by the ongoing political stalemate that has gripped France since the inconclusive snap elections of July 2024, leaving no single party with a clear majority.
During a recent interview, Lecornu refrained from announcing his successor but noted that the new government leader would need to remain focused on governance rather than future presidential aspirations. He confirmed that the contentious issue of France’s staggering national debt and ongoing pension reforms would be essential topics for dialogue among the political parties.
With opposition calls for Macron’s resignation growing, including from former Prime Minister Edouard Philippe, the political environment is becoming increasingly tenuous. As political factions grapple with their positions, questions regarding support for the upcoming government remain uncertain.
