PARIS - President Emmanuel Macron has appointed Sébastien Lecorne, the current Minister of the Armed Forces, as the new Prime Minister of France. The information was first published by the French TV channel LCI and was subsequently confirmed by several major foreign and domestic sources, including Reuters and AP.
Lecornu, a loyal associate of President Macron, is tasked in particular with preparing the consolidation of a government coalition capable of passing a national budget. In recent months, the political scene in France has been plagued by tensions between the ruling and opposition parties, leading to considerable pressure on the President and his cabinet. The appointment of a new Prime Minister is thus a step towards political stability and an attempt to ensure a smooth legislative process.
Sébastien Lecornu is considered a pragmatic politician with extensive experience in defence and public administration. He joined the government several years ago and has held several key ministerial posts. His appointment as prime minister is interpreted as a signal that Macron intends to continue to push ahead with reforms without abandoning pragmatic cooperation with the various parliamentary factions.
According to the AP, Lecorn's main priority will be to discuss the state budget and ensure the stability of the government ahead of the upcoming elections. Reuters reports that President Macron, in making the appointment, stressed that the new prime minister's task was not only to lead the cabinet but also to unite political forces and ensure the continuity of French politics in the medium term.
Political analysts and commentators agree that Lecornu's experience in crisis management and diplomatic negotiations could be crucial at a time when France is facing economic and social challenges. Lecornu himself has stressed that he will seek dialogue with all political parties while strengthening France's international position, particularly in the areas of defence and security.
Both President Macron and the new Prime Minister stress that stable government and effective governance remain a priority.
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