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Francois Bayrou takes over as French prime minister

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David Shaw
December 13, 2024

France's new prime minister, Francois Bayrou, has vowed to tackle the country's political paralysis. His predecessor, Michel Barnier, was ousted by parliament in a historic no-confidence vote, after trying to force through the 2025 budget.

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