"French President Emmanuel Macron has named his defence minister and close ally, Sebastien Lecornu, as the new prime minister after Prime Minister Francois Bayrou resigned after losing a confidence vote. Lecornu, 39, the fifth prime minister in less than two years, has major challenges ahead, including resolving a deepening political crisis as protests loom in the coming days. The President of the Republic has entrusted me with the task of building a government with a clear direction:"
"the defence of our independence and power, the service of the French people, and political and institutional stability for the unity of the country, the incoming prime minister said. The French parliament the National Assembly on Monday voted to remove Bayrou over his proposed $51bn in budget cuts to address the country's debt crisis. The formal handover of power between Bayrou and Lecornu is due to take place on Wednesday."
"Macron's decision to choose Lecornu, analysts say, is an indication that he intends to continue on with a minority government that supports his pro-business economic reform agenda. In the 577-member National Assembly, the left bloc, which has opposed Macron's pro-business policy, has most seats but not enough to form a government. The appointment of Lecornu, a one-time conservative, risks alienating France's centre-left Socialist Party, which leaves Macron's government depending on Marine Le Pen and the far-right National Rally for support in parliament."
President Emmanuel Macron has named defence minister Sebastien Lecornu, 39, as prime minister after Francois Bayrou resigned following a failed confidence vote over proposed $51bn budget cuts. Lecornu is the fifth prime minister in less than two years and faces major challenges including a deepening political crisis, looming protests, and difficult budget negotiations. The formal handover of power is scheduled for Wednesday. Macron's choice signals an intent to continue with a minority, pro-business reform agenda. The left bloc holds most seats in the 577-member National Assembly but lacks a governing majority, leaving the government potentially dependent on the far-right National Rally. Socialist lawmaker Philippe Brun denounced the nomination; Jordan Bardella expressed guarded openness to judge Lecornu on his merits.
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