BRUSSELS/PARIS –
President Emmanuel Macron’s decision to call a snap election in France not only shook up the country but also posed a risk to the future of Europe. With the second round of voting approaching, the outcome may impact Macron’s influence on European integration.
Regardless of the results, it is clear that Macron’s position as a key player in shaping Europe’s direction will be altered. The potential scenarios of a government led by the far-right National Rally of Marine Le Pen or a hung parliament could create unprecedented challenges for the European Union.