France in turmoil: Macron's moves deepen crisis
France is facing a historical political, social, and financial crisis, with contributions by President Emmanuel Macron, as analyzed by "Le Figaro." The article's author notes that over the past year, the country had four prime ministers, a situation last seen in 1934.
In one year, France experienced an unprecedented rotation of prime ministers, a scenario that last occurred in 1934. In 2024, for nearly every third day, France did not have a fully functioning government.
This situation results from frequent cabinet reshuffles and ongoing election campaigns, writes "Le Figaro".
According to observers, President Emmanuel Macron 's actions, including dissolving the National Assembly, have significantly contributed to the current situation. As Alexis Brezet, the analysis author, emphasizes, Macron has consciously taken on the responsibility for introducing divisions in the parliament.
Multidimensional crisis and immigration
France is grappling with various crises, including finance and diplomacy. One such manifestation is the limitation of influence by withdrawing troops from Africa. The crisis also affects France's position in the European Union, which requires deeper reflection on the country's domestic and foreign policies.
As the journalist assesses, France lost control over immigrant inflow fifty years ago when a family reunification law came into effect. Nevertheless, the author believes that if the French want to maintain their welfare state model, politicians—following the example of Scandinavian countries—should take "vigorous steps" to regulate the issue of excessive immigration.
Changes in the economic sphere are becoming inevitable. Although the French oppose working longer or losing parts of their social system, one of the most expensive in the world, such actions may prove necessary. Francois Bayrou, one of the key politicians, has long pointed out the necessity of combating the country's debt, considering it a moral and economic imperative.
