President Emmanuel Macron has made it clear that he intends to stay in office until 2027, despite facing a successful vote of no confidence and political turmoil in France.
The recent no-confidence vote, the first in over six decades, has left the French political landscape in disarray.
Macron's government was toppled by a coalition of left-wing and right-wing factions opposing the proposed austerity budget.
Prime Minister Michel Barnier resigned following the parliamentary vote.
Macron has blamed the opposition, particularly the collaboration between the far-right and far-left factions, for the downfall of his administration.
Populist leaders like Marine Le Pen and Jean-Luc Mélenchon are seen as capitalizing on the instability for potential early presidential elections.
France is under economic strain and pressured to implement austerity measures to restore fiscal stability.
The government must form a new administration while addressing the urgent need for fiscal reform.
The international context is also important, as France's stability is crucial for the European Union's ability to project power and influence.
Macron's ability to navigate the complexities of a divided parliament and a demanding economic landscape will have lasting implications for France and the broader European context.