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4:11Now PlayingVeteran French politican Michel Barnier has been nominated as France's new prime minister by President Emmanuel Macron.
The French presidency said Barnier has been tasked with forming "a unifying government in the service of the country." The decision follows almost two months of political deadlock after snap polls lost by Macron's centrist party.
Barnier's appointment comes despite his conservative Republicans party (LR) suffering significant loses in the June vote, and with the left-wing New Popular Front (NFP) alliance securing the most seats in parliament.
They did not, however, secure an outright majority. Further complicating matters, Macron's centrist coalition and a far-right group led by Marine Le Pen's National Rally (RN) make up the other two largest groups.
Macron had already refused to nominate a prime ministerial candidate put forward by the NFP. His decision to name Barnier has sparked new fury from the French left.
France Unbowed leader Jean-Luc Melenchon slammed the choice, saying Macron was essentially creating a government that did not reflect the will of the people.
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