France unveils new center-right government two months following polarizing elections

A new centre-right government dominated by centrists and conservatives has been unveiled in France following a hung parliament and deepening political divisions. The 39-member Cabinet includes ministers from Macron’s centrist alliance and the conservative Republicans, despite a left-wing coalition securing the most seats in recent elections. Student groups and activists protested against the government, claiming it goes against the will of the voters. President Macron named conservative Michel Barnier as Prime Minister, who put together the new government after difficult negotiations. France, as a crucial player in the EU, a major economy, and a member of the UN Security Council, holds significant influence on global affairs, making the direction of its government highly relevant.

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