Michel Barnier's tenure as prime minister is at risk as he faces a no-confidence vote due to his unpopular budget, which has failed to secure support from both the left and Marine Le Pen's far-right party. Despite his diplomatic experience and attempts to negotiate, Barnier's concessions were insufficient, leading to a political impasse and criticism of his leadership approach. The situation highlights the challenges of navigating France's fragmented political landscape, where compromise is elusive.
The French Social Security deficit for 2025 has been revised down from 16 billion to 15 billion euros following Senate amendments, according to Health Minister Geneviève Darrieussecq. Key measures include a new "solidarity contribution" expected to generate 2.5 billion euros, alongside increased taxes on tobacco and soft drinks. However, the Senate also approved less favorable revenue measures, impacting employer contributions and local civil servant pensions, with further debates on expenditure still pending.
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