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Thursday, October 17, 2024

French Parliament Faces Gridlock After Elections

Published: 2024-07-11

France's recent legislative elections have resulted in a fragmented National Assembly, presenting challenges for President Macron's government.

With no clear majority, the political landscape is divided into three main blocs of similar size.

This outcome, reminiscent of proportional representation systems, marks a departure from the traditional 'presidential majority' in the Fifth Republic.

Political experts suggest this situation could be an opportunity to shift towards a more coalition-based, parliamentary style of governance, common in other European democracies.

The new configuration demands a culture of negotiation and compromise, potentially leading to more representative and effective governance, despite initial fears of ungovernability.