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Macron's gamble

Jun 13, 2024
Head of the Paris office of the European Council on Foreign Relations, Célia Belin, discusses President Macron's surprise decision for early elections in the face of a rising far-right, potential electoral outcomes, party dynamics in France, international implications, and financial consequences.
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Quick takeaways

  • Macron's snap elections could result in a far-right government with National Rally party gaining ground.
  • Speculations arise about potential coalitions and complex election dynamics in France's upcoming legislative elections.

Deep dives

Macron's Risky Move in Calling Early Elections

President Emmanuel Macron's decision to call early legislative elections in France shocked even his allies. Despite being behind in polls, Macron dissolved the National Assembly, citing a need to let voters decide due to blockages in the parliament.

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