| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Sebastien Lecornu appointed as France's new Prime Minister |
| Date | 9 September 2025 |
| Replaces | Francois Bayrou (ousted via no-confidence vote) |
| Reason for Replacement | Collapse of government over failed budget |
| French President | Emmanuel Macron |
| Prime Minister's Age | 39 |
| Previous Role | Minister of Defense |
| Political Background | Conservative roots, aligned with Macron's centrist movement |
| Key Challenge | Passing a 2026 budget amidst a deeply divided National Assembly |
| Economic Context | France's deficit at double the EU's 3% of GDP cap |
| Protest Movement | "Block Everything" protests planned due to inflation, inequality, and elitism |
| Historical Milestone | Became France's youngest Defense Minister and mayor at 18 |
| Notable Achievements | Boosted military spending, involved in European security planning |
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