Summary
France is facing a political crisis as President Emmanuel Macron's government undergoes significant changes. Macron's current prime minister, Sébastien Lecornu, resigned after just 26 days but agreed to stay on temporarily to facilitate talks for government stability. The crisis is fueled by a hung parliament and a considerable national debt challenge.
Key Facts
- President Emmanuel Macron has been under pressure as political tensions rise in France.
- Sébastien Lecornu, Macron’s prime minister, resigned after just 26 days in the position.
- Lecornu agreed to remain for 48 hours to conduct talks with other political parties.
- France's national debt is over €3,345 billion, about 114% of its GDP.
- Macron's decision to call an early parliamentary election in 2024 led to a hung parliament.
- The political crisis includes ideological divisions and challenges in forming a stable government.
- Macron’s former ally, Édouard Philippe, suggested he appoint a technocrat as prime minister.
- Parties are considering future elections, both presidential in 2027 and potential early parliamentary elections.
