Paris, December 13, 2024: In a significant political move, President Emmanuel Macron has appointed François Bayrou, the leader of the centrist MoDem party, as France’s new prime minister. This decision comes amid a political crisis following the recent ouster of Michel Barnier’s government in a historic no-confidence vote. Barnier’s administration, which lasted just three months, was toppled over disagreements related to the national budget.
Bayrou, aged 73, has now taken on the challenging role of leading France through this turbulent period. His immediate task will involve forming a government capable of surviving another no-confidence vote in the deeply divided French parliament, while also managing France’s 2025 budget to address economic concerns.
The appointment marks the sixth prime ministership during Macron’s presidency, reflecting the ongoing political instability in France. Bayrou, a key ally of Macron, faces a difficult task in uniting the fragmented political landscape and restoring stability.
