French President Emmanuel Macron has appointed Michel Barnier, the former EU Brexit negotiator, as the new prime minister. Barnier, 73, played a significant role in negotiating Britain’s exit from the European Union from 2016-2021 and has a strong background in French politics and the EU.
Macron’s decision comes after weeks of discussions following a snap election that failed to produce a clear winner. Despite the challenges of a hung parliament, Barnier’s appointment has received tentative support from the far-right National Rally party under certain conditions.
Barnier, known for his pro-European stance, took a more hardline approach on immigration during his recent presidential bid, aligning with the concerns of the National Rally. Macron’s decision to dissolve the government backfired in the June election, leading to a fragmented parliament with no absolute majority.
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