France’s new Prime Minister, Sébastien Lecornu, has vowed a “profound break” from past politics as he takes on the daunting task of forming a government with enough parliamentary support to steer the country out of its political crisis. Among his key priorities are addressing the cost-of-living crisis, the energy transition, and restoring trust in institutions.
Lecornu, a 43-year-old former Environment Minister, is seen as a pragmatic and consensus-building figure who has experience at both the local and national levels. His appointment is part of President Emmanuel Macron’s efforts to reshape the political landscape after his party lost its majority in the National Assembly in June.
Lecornu will need to navigate complex parliamentary dynamics and find common ground with opposition parties to pass legislation and reforms. His success or failure could have significant implications for France’s domestic and international agenda in the coming years.