The no-confidence vote against Prime Minister Barnier failed, reflecting deep political uncertainty in France due to the lack of a legislative majority.
New French PM Barnier vows spending cuts to reduce deficit DW 10/01/2024
Michel Barnier plans to reduce France's budget deficit to 5% of GDP by 2025, focusing on spending cuts and higher taxes.
France's new PM Michel Barnier tells his cabinet: No theatrics focus on action'
Michel Barnier's new cabinet focuses on action and humility to change public perception and address voter dissatisfaction.
The formation of Barnier's cabinet arose from a hung parliament, requiring alliances across various political factions.
Macron names French government to be led by Michel Barnier
Macron's new government under Barnier signifies a conservative shift in French politics amidst challenges following inconclusive elections.
Inside France: Mascots, memories and minister's love song
France has shifted from a celebratory summer of sports to facing political and economic crises.
The booing of Macron at the Paralympics highlights public discontent.
Thousands protest in France against Macron's choice of new centre-right prime minister
Over 100,000 left-wing demonstrators protested in France against Michel Barnier's prime minister nomination and President Macron's governance.
France's Government Survives a No-Confidence Vote
The no-confidence vote against Prime Minister Barnier failed, reflecting deep political uncertainty in France due to the lack of a legislative majority.
New French PM Barnier vows spending cuts to reduce deficit DW 10/01/2024
Michel Barnier plans to reduce France's budget deficit to 5% of GDP by 2025, focusing on spending cuts and higher taxes.
France's new PM Michel Barnier tells his cabinet: No theatrics focus on action'
Michel Barnier's new cabinet focuses on action and humility to change public perception and address voter dissatisfaction.
The formation of Barnier's cabinet arose from a hung parliament, requiring alliances across various political factions.
Macron names French government to be led by Michel Barnier
Macron's new government under Barnier signifies a conservative shift in French politics amidst challenges following inconclusive elections.
Inside France: Mascots, memories and minister's love song
France has shifted from a celebratory summer of sports to facing political and economic crises.
The booing of Macron at the Paralympics highlights public discontent.
Thousands protest in France against Macron's choice of new centre-right prime minister
Over 100,000 left-wing demonstrators protested in France against Michel Barnier's prime minister nomination and President Macron's governance.
Immigration, taxes, Ukraine: French PM policy plan's main takeaways
Michel Barnier's government aims for strict immigration control amid parliamentary challenges.
French express frustration over new government
The new French government features a conservative and centrist majority, raising concerns over representation after a centre-left election.
France on the verge of naming new government
The new French government requires President Macron's approval and faces challenges in a fragmented parliament.
Prime Minister Barnier's tax proposals may clash with centrist support amidst a financial crisis.
Barnier fights to form French government amid no-confidence threats
Michel Barnier is struggling to form a government amidst political deadlock and pressure from far-right and left factions.
France shifts right on migration under new prime minister DW 09/11/2024
Michel Barnier prioritizes stricter migration controls in France, drawing on past conservative policies and responding to the resurgence of far-right sentiments.
5 of the biggest problems facing France (and Macron) in September
France is experiencing a political stalemate hindering government formation amidst a financial crisis.
Immigration, taxes, Ukraine: French PM policy plan's main takeaways
Michel Barnier's government aims for strict immigration control amid parliamentary challenges.
French express frustration over new government
The new French government features a conservative and centrist majority, raising concerns over representation after a centre-left election.
France on the verge of naming new government
The new French government requires President Macron's approval and faces challenges in a fragmented parliament.
Prime Minister Barnier's tax proposals may clash with centrist support amidst a financial crisis.
Barnier fights to form French government amid no-confidence threats
Michel Barnier is struggling to form a government amidst political deadlock and pressure from far-right and left factions.
France shifts right on migration under new prime minister DW 09/11/2024
Michel Barnier prioritizes stricter migration controls in France, drawing on past conservative policies and responding to the resurgence of far-right sentiments.
5 of the biggest problems facing France (and Macron) in September
France is experiencing a political stalemate hindering government formation amidst a financial crisis.
What do France's new government and PM mean for LGBTQ+ rights?
Michel Barnier's appointment as prime minister raises questions about the future of LGBTQ+ rights in France, despite indications of potential policy support.
LATEST: Agreement 'on the horizon' for new French government
Barnier aims to unite various political groups to form a government focused on improving France's living standards and public services.
Under new prime minister, France shifts right on migration DW 09/11/2024
Barnier prioritizes stricter migration controls, citing porous borders as a key issue requiring immediate action.
What do France's new government and PM mean for LGBTQ+ rights?
Michel Barnier's appointment as prime minister raises questions about the future of LGBTQ+ rights in France, despite indications of potential policy support.
LATEST: Agreement 'on the horizon' for new French government
Barnier aims to unite various political groups to form a government focused on improving France's living standards and public services.
Under new prime minister, France shifts right on migration DW 09/11/2024
Barnier prioritizes stricter migration controls, citing porous borders as a key issue requiring immediate action.
Emmanuel Macron names Michel Barnier as French prime minister
Macron appointed Michel Barnier as prime minister to resolve political deadlock and push reforms amid a hung parliament and urgent economic pressure.
Yet again Western delays helps 'Russian advances' leaving Ukrainian troops 'surrounded' and Europe at risk
Russian forces claim victory in capturing Avdiivka
Ukrainian prisoners of war shot in Avdiivka
Call for European rearmament by Michel Barnier
Nurses' pay squeeze and Tory tax cut ambitions: can they perhaps be related?
Before we get on to Brexit don't worry: we shall I want to draw attention to what I regard as the epitome of the meanness and duplicity of what is indubitably the worst government of most of our lifetimes.Sorry, did I say government?A neighbour asked me the other day if I was aware of a new oxymoron.