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Emmanuel Macron, the 47-year-old President of France since 2017, has navigated a turbulent political landscape marked by unprecedented challenges. Re-elected in 2022 when he defeated Marine Le Pen, Macron became the first French president to win re-election since Jacques Chirac in 2002. Having founded the centrist Renaissance party (formerly En Marche), Macron has positioned himself as a pro-European reformist, though his domestic agenda has faced significant resistance.
Recent months have been particularly tumultuous for Macron's presidency. After dissolving the National Assembly in June 2024 following poor European Parliament election results, he faced a hung parliament in the subsequent snap legislative election. This political crisis culminated in December 2024 when Prime Minister Michel Barnier's government fell to a historic vote of no confidence—the first French cabinet toppled by Parliament since 1962. Macron subsequently appointed veteran centrist François Bayrou as Prime Minister, highlighting the continuous struggle to form a stable government.
On the international stage, Macron has championed a vision of "strategic autonomy" for Europe, advocating for reduced dependence on the United States and calling for a stronger European defence capability. His diplomatic efforts have included maintaining dialogue with Russia over the Ukraine conflict while providing military support to Ukraine, navigating complex relations with China, and attempting to mediate in the Israel-Hamas war. Macron has also been a vocal advocate for climate action, organising a global climate finance conference that some compared to a new Bretton Woods Conference.
Domestically, Macron has pursued controversial reforms throughout his presidency. His 2023 pension reforms, which raised the retirement age from 62 to 64, sparked nationwide protests and strikes. Earlier in his tenure, he faced significant opposition from the "yellow vests" movement in response to his economic policies. Macron's approach to immigration has also evolved, with his government passing a toughened immigration bill in 2023 that caused significant division within his own coalition.
Our NewsNow feed on Emmanuel Macron provides comprehensive coverage from reliable sources of this pivotal figure in French and European politics. From his early career as an investment banker at Rothschild to his current political challenges, stay informed about the latest developments concerning France's youngest president since Napoleon. As Macron navigates the remainder of his second term amid parliamentary gridlock and shifting international alliances, our feed delivers timely updates on his policies, statements and the broader implications for France and Europe.