France’s Macron names Michel Barnier as new PM

President Macron has appointed Michel Barnier as France’s new prime minister after a period of political uncertainty. Barnier, a veteran politician, will now work on forming a new government after Macron’s centrist coalition lost seats in a snap election. Despite facing challenges in a hung parliament, Barnier will need to push through reforms and budget plans. Macron’s decision to appoint Barnier is seen as a strategic move to build support in parliament and overcome opposition. The far-right party’s response to Barnier’s appointment remains to be seen, with some suggesting that their leader, Marine Le Pen, holds significant influence over Macron’s decisions.