France woke up to a surprising turn of events after legislative elections, which reshaped the country’s political landscape. Instead of the feared far-right dominance, the nation found itself navigating through a scenario reminiscent of Italy’s intricate parliamentary negotiations for a coalition government.
The electorate’s clear rejection of Marine Le Pen’s anti-immigrant National Rally party marked a significant stance against nationalist ideologies. The resurgence of the left, securing the top spot in the election, highlighted a shift in power from an omnipotent presidency to the Parliament.
As the Paris Olympics loom closer and the traditional August holiday season approaches, the formation of a government might extend into the fall. This delay poses challenges, especially with the crucial task of passing a budget awaiting the new administration.
The New Popular Front, a coalition of resurgent left-wing factions, emerged as the frontrunner with approximately 180 seats in the National Assembly. Promptly, they called on President Emmanuel Macron to invite them to form a government, proposing their choice for prime minister within the following week.
However, the constitutional process dictates that President Macron selects the prime minister. Additionally, with a shortfall of around 100 seats for a majority in the 577-seat National Assembly, the left-wing alliance needs to seek alliances to establish a functional government.
The victory of the left-wing alliance was not solely based on its program but also on a strategic collaboration with centrists and other left-wing factions to form a ‘Republican front’ against the National Rally in the second round of voting.
| President Emmanuel Macron greeting supporters on Sunday in the town of Le Touquet, on France’s northern coast. |
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