2024-01-10 05:41:00
Macron appoints openly gay 34-year-old as new French PM
Paris: In a historic move, French President Emmanuel Macron has appointed Gabriel Atal as the new Prime Minister of France. At 34 years old, Atal is the country’s youngest Prime Minister, and he is also the first openly gay person to hold the position.
Atal’s appointment comes after the resignation of Elizabeth Bone, who was asked to step down as part of the dismantling of Macron’s party, which lost its majority in parliament in 2022. Bone’s cabinet faced criticism for introducing pension reforms without a vote, as well as for failing to address issues such as inflation and illegal immigration.
Macron expressed his confidence in Atal’s commitment and energy to accomplish the political goals of his presidency. The government reshuffle comes at a critical time, just months before the Paris Olympics and the European Parliament elections, where it is estimated that Macron’s party will lose many seats.
AFP reported that Bone’s resignation letter indicated that she was interested in remaining in the post and felt forced to resign. The move has sparked a mix of reactions, with some praising Macron for appointing a young and openly gay leader, while others are skeptical about the impact of the government reshuffle.
As France gears up for a new era under Atal’s leadership, all eyes will be on the young Prime Minister to see how he navigates the challenges facing the country and the expectations of its citizens.
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