Summary
French President Emmanuel Macron will choose a new prime minister within two days. This decision follows the resignation of Sébastien Lecornu, who faced challenges in forming a stable government due to a divided parliament. Ongoing issues include disagreements in passing a new budget and addressing the country's significant national debt.
Key Facts
- President Macron plans to nominate a new prime minister in 48 hours.
- Sébastien Lecornu resigned as prime minister and was the third to leave the role in under a year.
- Lecornu was asked to stay on temporarily to help form a consensus among political parties.
- France's parliament is divided, lacking a clear majority, complicating decision-making.
- France has a national debt of €3.4 trillion, one of the highest in the eurozone.
- Political disagreements exist over passing a new budget and pension reforms.
- Marine Le Pen and other political leaders are pushing for new elections.
- Macron faces increasing political isolation, with some former allies suggesting his resignation.
