France has announced a new government, marking the fourth change in just one year. Despite this development, the likelihood of success for the new ministers appears slim, given the persistent political divides reminiscent of the previous center-right administration.
The French budget deficit and national debt, which recently reached €3.3 trillion, continue to grow. Public disillusionment with politics is rising, with polling institute Odoxa noting the declining popularity of all French politicians, including President Macron.
Centrist François Bayrou was appointed Prime Minister in December and tasked with garnering parliamentary support and forming a ministerial team. While the latter has been achieved, securing a parliamentary majority remains elusive.
The parliament, divided into left, center, and far-right blocs, has yet to find common ground. The previous Prime Minister, Michel Barnier, faced a similar challenge and resigned following a no-confidence vote tied to the 2025 budget.
Bayrou, like Barnier, lacks a parliamentary majority, relying on center and moderate-right support. As France grapples with its political stalemate, potential solutions such as early elections or presidential resignation seem improbable, with President Macron committed to serving his term until 2027.
Source: NOS