(9 Jan 2024)
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ASSOCIATED PRESS
Paris - 9 January 2024
1. SOUNDBITE (English) Thomas Adamson, Associated Press:
“Some major news now from France. Gabriel Attal, at 34 years old, has been appointed as the country's youngest ever prime minister. This is a big step for President Emmanuel Macron and are bringing a fresh perspective amid growing challenges from the far right in the Eurozone's second largest economy. Also notable is the fact that Attal is the country's first openly gay prime minister, marking a historic moment for the country. Previously an education minister and government spokesman, he has now stepped into a crucial role with intense debates on new immigration laws taking over from Elisabeth Borne, Attal and Macron are now on a mission to form a new government amid a reshuffle to boost his agenda on national security and on immigration control.”
STORYLINE:
Gabriel Attal has been named as France’s youngest-ever prime minister as President Emmanuel Macron seeks a fresh start for the rest of his term amid growing political pressure from the far right.
Attal, who's 34, is France’s first openly gay prime minister.
He rose to prominence as the government spokesman and education minister.
His predecessor resigned Monday following political turmoil over an immigration law that strengthens the government’s ability to deport foreigners.
Macron will name a new government in the coming days. Macron has shifted rightward on security and migration issues as his far-right rival Marine Le Pen has gained political influence.
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