In a bold move to shake things up, French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou unveiled his new cabinet on Monday, bringing back two former PMs into the fold! 🚀 Manuel Valls and Elisabeth Borne are stepping into new roles, adding a mix of experience and fresh perspectives to the team.
Bayrou has trimmed the government down to 14 full ministries, aiming for efficiency and agility. Valls is taking charge of the Ministry of Overseas Territories, while Borne will lead the Ministry of National Education, Higher Education, and Research. Talk about a power duo! 💪
Keeping some familiar faces, three ministers from Michel Barnier's previous administration are staying on board. Bruno Retailleau continues as interior minister, Sebastian Lecornu remains minister of armed forces, and Jean-Noel Barrot holds onto his role as minister of Europe and foreign affairs.
Girl power is strong in this cabinet! 🙌 Four female ministers from Barnier's government are joining Bayrou's team. Rachida Dati is rocking the Ministry of Culture, Catherine Vautrin is heading up Work, Health, Solidarities, and Families, Agnes Pannier-unacher stays with Ecological Transition and more, and Annie Genevard is all about Agriculture and Food Sovereignty.
Looking ahead to the 2025 budget, Bayrou tapped Eric Lombard as the new minister of economy, finance, and industrial and digital sovereignty. Big moves ahead! 💼
Sharing his excitement on X (formerly Twitter), Bayrou said he's proud of this \"collective of experience to reconcile and renew trust with all French people.\" 🇫🇷❤️
ICYMI, President Emmanuel Macron appointed Bayrou as prime minister on December 13, following a dramatic vote of no confidence that ousted Michel Barnier on December 4.
Mark your calendars! The first Council of Ministers under the new government kicks off on January 3, 2025. Stay tuned! 📅✨
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French PM unveils new cabinet, including two former prime ministers
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