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Macron hits out at 'irresponsible' opposition and 'anti-Republican' front after French PM Barnier ousted


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Published in Politics and Government on Friday, December 6th 2024 at 1:31 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • The Elysee Palace said Mr Macron had asked Mr Barnier and his government to stay on in a caretaker capacity until a new government is formed. Though Mr Macron took months to appoint Mr Barnier earlier this year, it has been reported that the French ...

French President Emmanuel Macron criticized the opposition for what he described as an "irresponsible" and "anti-republican" stance following the ousting of Prime Minister Michel Barnier in a no-confidence vote. This political upheaval was triggered by the opposition's reaction to the government's use of Article 49.3 of the French Constitution to pass a controversial pension reform without a parliamentary vote. The reform, which aims to raise the retirement age from 62 to 64, has sparked widespread protests and strikes across France. Macron accused the opposition of exploiting the situation for political gain, thereby undermining the democratic process and the stability of the Republic. He emphasized the need for responsible governance and dialogue to address the nation's challenges, rather than resorting to tactics that he believes threaten the integrity of French democracy.

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