Janice R. Andrews
French President Emmanuel Macron has set a 48-hour deadline to appoint a new prime minister, seeking to break the political deadlock gripping France. The 46-year-old president shared his plan during a meeting with party leaders at the Élysée Palace on Tuesday.
The political gridlock followed the collapse of Michel Barnier’s government, and Macron is now focused on finding a prime minister who can gain broader support. This new leader will be tasked with forming a government that includes as many political parties as possible.
Importantly, representatives from the radical-right Rassemblement National (RN) and the radical-left La France Insoumise (LFI) were not invited to the talks. Macron’s exclusion of these factions highlights his effort to secure backing from moderate parties to move past the current crisis.
With his swift timeline, Macron hopes to restore stability and confidence in the French government. The next 48 hours will be crucial in determining whether this ambitious approach can resolve the ongoing political standoff.
Keep an eye on further developments as France awaits Macron’s decision on the new prime minister.
