Lecornu Sees Budget Path, Says Macron Could Name New PM Within 48 Hours
Talks hinge on the contested pension plan that Lecornu says would cost €3 billion to suspend in 2027.
Overview
- After briefing Emmanuel Macron, interim prime minister Sébastien Lecornu said conditions allow for appointing a new premier within two days.
- He reported "good will" among lawmakers to approve a national budget before December 31, which would avert snap parliamentary elections.
- Lecornu said most deputies oppose early elections and that the likelihood of calling them is declining.
- He identified pension reform as the main sticking point and warned that suspending it would hit the Treasury by about €3 billion in 2027.
- French assets strengthened following his cautious optimism, while Macron has not announced a decision as cross‑party consultations continue.