
Political crisis in France eases for now as prime minister survives no-confidence vote
Published on: Oct. 17, 2025, 8:28 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times
France's Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu survived no-confidence votes, averting immediate government collapse. However, the nation's minority government faces a tough battle passing the national budget amidst a fractured parliament. Key challenges include negotiating spending plans and potential pension law adjustments, with significant fiscal decisions looming.