Macron Acknowledges Dissolution Misstep, Proposes Referendums to Address Political Deadlock
In his New Year's address, the French president admitted to increased instability following the 2024 dissolution and hinted at referendums to tackle key national issues in 2025.
- Emmanuel Macron admitted that his decision to dissolve the National Assembly in 2024 led to greater political instability rather than solutions for the French people.
- The president hinted at referendums or other public consultations in 2025 to address decisive issues, though no specific topics or formats were confirmed.
- Macron emphasized the importance of unity and compromise, calling for collective action to stabilize the fractured Assembly and adopt a budget for 2025.
- The address highlighted France's 2024 achievements, including the successful Paris Olympics and the reopening of Notre-Dame Cathedral, as symbols of national resilience.
- Macron urged Europe to assert greater independence in trade and security, framing 2025 as a year for bold decisions to shape the nation's future.
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