In France, the National Assembly rejected two no-confidence motions against President Macron's minority government. The government received immediate relief, but the real challenge now is still to pass the national budget.
France Politics: Two no-confidence motions presented against Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu in France on Thursday were rejected, bringing President Emmanuel Macron's government out of immediate crisis. However, this crisis is not entirely over. Macron's government will now face difficulty in passing the national budget. Due to the division in the country's parliament and the minority government, every major decision is determined by last-minute bargaining.
No-Confidence Motions Rejected
On Thursday, in the 577-seat National Assembly, lawmakers rejected a no-confidence motion introduced by the far-left France Unbowed (La France Insoumise) party. The motion fell short by 18 votes, needing 289 votes to oust the government. Additionally, a second no-confidence motion presented by the far-right National Rally was also rejected. If these motions had passed, Macron would have faced difficult choices such as holding new elections, appointing a new prime minister, or resigning himself.
Pressure on Minority Government
The French government continues to operate as a minority government. The country's economy is the second largest in the Eurozone, but no party holds a sufficient majority in parliament. This means that last-minute bargaining is essential to pass any major legislation. Now, the next big challenge for Macron's government is to pass the national budget on time, which will be presented in parliament before the end of the year.
New Test on the National Budget
Presenting the national budget is crucial for Macron's government. To pass the budget, they will need the support of various parties and lawmakers. Passing any major proposal in a divided parliament is not easy. The budget not only determines economic policies but also affects the government's stability and public trust.
Government Survives, But Crisis Not Over
The rejection of the no-confidence motions has averted an immediate crisis, but the real challenge remains. Due to its minority status in parliament, every decision must be implemented based on agreements with various parties and factions. If the government fails, the country could face new elections or political instability.
