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France politics live: Macron rushes to find new prime minister as Barnier resigns - but stays on as caretaker


Published on 2024-12-05 21:31:28 - MSN
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  • Macron rushes to find new prime minister as Barnier resigns - but stays on as caretaker - Mr Macron is racing to find a replacement prime minister as he fends off calls to resign

The article from MSN discusses the political upheaval in France following the resignation of Prime Minister Édouard Philippe. President Emmanuel Macron is set to address the nation in a speech, which comes after a period of political instability marked by the government's response to the ongoing health crisis, economic recovery efforts, and social unrest. The resignation of Philippe, who had been in office since 2017, is seen as a strategic move by Macron to refresh his administration ahead of potential cabinet reshuffles and upcoming elections. The speech is anticipated to outline Macron's vision for the future, possibly including new policy directions and leadership changes to tackle the challenges facing France.

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