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Paris (AP) — French Prime Minister Elizabeth Born Presenting her key priorities in Congress on Wednesday after the government lost a majority in last month's elections.
She is expected to face severe criticism from both left and right-wing lawmakers, who outnumber government supporters in parliament. The left-wing coalition, known as
Nupes, said it would trigger a vote of no confidence to symbolize opposition to the government.
This move is unlikely to succeed, as it is very unlikely that more than half of the members of parliament will approve it. The far-right National Rally, a major opposition group, has already said it will abstain.
If confirmed, a vote of no confidence will be organized within a week, but not by Friday afternoon.
Borne's office said Wednesday's speech was on expanding employment, tackling climate-related issues, providing equal opportunities for all, and when the Ukrainian War was having a serious impact. He said he would focus on important topics such as how to strengthen France's sovereignty. European economy.
The government's first move is expected to focus on purchasing power to help households struggling amid rising energy and food prices.
The bill will be announced at a cabinet meeting on Thursday. This includes a series of measures worth € 25 billion ($ 25.5 billion), including an increase in pensions and 4% of some welfare benefits.
Bourne's speech will be given after President Emmanuel Macron's alliance suffered heavy losses in recent parliamentary elections. Together of the Nakamichi Alliance! Won the most seats in parliament, but fell below the majority by 44 seats because voters chose the left-wing coalition or the far right.
Having the largest group of parliamentarians, Macron's government still has the ability to rule, but only by negotiating with opposition parliamentarians. To prevent a deadlock, Macron's party and allies want to negotiate a compromise on a case-by-case basis with some opposition lawmakers.
On Monday, Macron reorganizes his cabinet and "stands strong" against the new government in the Russian war in Ukraine and "transforms" the heavily debted French economy. I asked.
Three of Macron's fifteen ministers were unable to retain their seats in last month's parliamentary elections and were replaced.
In addition, Damien Abad, a policy minister for the disabled, who is being investigated for rape and sexual misconduct, has been replaced. Abbado firmly denies his claim.
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