Macron appoints former Defence Minister Lecornu as French Prime Minister
發佈日期: 2025-09-10 21:29
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French President Emmanuel Macron has named Defense Minister Sebastien Lecornu the country's new prime minister, replacing Francois Bayrou.
The 39-year-old has served as defence minister for more than three years and is regarded as a close ally of Macron.
The Elysee said his main task will be to consult with political parties to "build the necessary agreements for decisions in the coming months."
The opposition reacted sharply to the appointment, which was announced by Macron one day after Bayrou and his cabinet were ousted in a parliamentary confidence vote over his proposal to cut public spending.
The proposals have prompted an outcry from many in France.
The "Block Everything" movement, a grassroots campaign, has called for a nationwide standstill today to protest the budget plan.
