En pleine crise, la France se dote d’un nouveau gouvernement

France’s new government, announced on Monday ⁤by Prime Minister ⁣François Bayrou, features ​the return of two former prime ministers amid a fragmented National Assembly facing opposition threats of censure.⁤ Bayrou emphasized the urgent need to ⁢overcome a sense of helplessness in the country, which ‌he described as experiencing one of its most challenging periods since the war, lacking a⁢ budget and a clear majority. He highlighted education ⁤as the nation’s‍ primary challenge, coinciding⁢ with the appointment‌ of Élisabeth Borne⁤ as Minister of State for National Education,‌ Higher Education, and‍ Research, marking​ her return to a important​ governmental⁢ role‌ less⁣ than a year after stepping down⁢ from Matignon.Manuel ⁢Valls, former Prime Minister of France,‍ has been appointed as the⁤ Minister of State ⁢for Overseas Territories, a role that comes at a critical time as these regions grapple with⁣ significant challenges, ​including⁤ the recent devastation caused by‍ Cyclone Chido in Mayotte. François Bayrou expressed‌ optimism about this unprecedented appointment, highlighting the urgent need for attention⁢ to the‍ fragile and destabilized societies in the overseas territories, which often ⁣feel neglected by ⁢the central government. ⁤This⁣ new ⁣position aims to address the pressing issues faced by⁣ these communities and ⁢ensure they⁢ receive the support⁤ they require during these turbulent times.In a significant ‌cabinet reshuffle amid ongoing budgetary challenges, Éric Lombard has been appointed as ‌the ‍new Minister of​ Economy, Finance, ⁢and Industrial and ⁢Digital Sovereignty, succeeding Antoine Armand. Lombard,⁢ previously ⁤the⁤ Director General​ of⁤ the Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations, will be ​supported by⁢ Amélie de Montchalin,​ who takes on⁤ the role of ‍Minister for Public Accounts, and‌ Marc Ferracci, who has been named Minister ​for Industry and Energy. Additionally, Gérald Darmanin, the former Minister of the Interior, returns to the government ⁣as the Minister of Justice, marking a notable shift in the French political landscape.Catherine Vautrin has been appointed as the new ​Minister ⁣of ‌Labor, Health, Solidarity, and Families, a role she previously held under Gabriel attal. In a significant⁢ reshuffle, François Rebsamen, ⁤a veteran politician and former Minister of Labor‍ under François Hollande, takes on the position of Minister ‍for Local Communities and Territorial Development. The cabinet also sees the retention of key figures, including​ Bruno Retailleau as Minister of the Interior, ​who is known for his firm stance​ on immigration policies. This latest government lineup reflects a blend of experience and continuity as France navigates pressing social and political challenges.in a significant political development, Xavier Bertrand has publicly declined an invitation to ​join the ⁣new government led by François Bayrou, citing his refusal ‌to⁤ align with a coalition that includes Marine ‍Le Pen. Bertrand, the president of the Hauts-de-France region, emphasized that accepting such⁢ a position would compromise⁢ his values and ⁢commitment to his political principles. This proclamation comes ahead ⁣of​ the first cabinet meeting ‌scheduled for January ‍3,​ as confirmed by Alexis​ Kohler, the Secretary General of the​ Élysée.⁣ The political landscape in France ​continues to evolve, raising questions‍ about the future direction of⁤ the government ⁢and its policies on key issues ⁤such ⁤as justice ‌and ‍agriculture.In a significant ⁢political shift, François ‍Bayrou has ​begun forming a new government⁣ following the recent ⁣collapse of Michel Barnier’s administration, ⁤which lasted only three months. Bayrou, who has been consulting with various ‌parliamentary parties, aims ‍to establish a “non-censure pact” to ensure stability in his cabinet. A pressing ‌challenge for the​ new executive​ is to draft a budget for 2025 amidst deteriorating public finances. ‌In the absence⁤ of a thorough budget, ‌a special law allowing the ⁣government to ⁢collect taxes and borrow from markets has already been⁤ passed by both the ⁣National ‌Assembly and the Senate.Bayrou expressed gratitude to outgoing ministers,acknowledging the difficulties ahead and emphasizing the importance of their ​contributions to‌ the nation’s governance.