French President Emmanuel Macron reappointed Sébastien Lecornu as Prime Minister on Friday evening, four days after his resignation, according to a statement from the French presidency, following lengthy negotiations to break the political deadlock in the country.

Lecornu was tasked with forming the new government, emphasizing that his priorities include restoring public finances and providing France with a budget by the end of the year.

In a post on the platform “X”, Lecornu said the new government “must embody renewal,” and that all issues raised during consultations with political parties “will be open to parliamentary debate.” He warned that anyone wishing to join his government must put aside “their presidential ambitions” in preparation for the 2027 elections.

The reappointment of Lecornu sparked immediate objections from far-right, radical left, and communist parties, which announced their intention to topple the new government. National Rally leader Jordan Bardella described Macron’s move as a “bad joke,” while the coordinator of La France Insoumise called the decision “a slap to the French people from an irresponsible man drowning in his arrogance.”

These developments come amid significant political challenges facing the French government, as Lecornu will need broad parliamentary alliances to ensure the passage of economic and social policies, amid a fragmented political environment and strong opposition from several parties. (Agencies)