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Macron names centrist ally François Bayrou as France's new prime minister (www.nbcnews.com)

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Summary

French President Emmanuel Macron appointed centrist François Bayrou as the new prime minister after a no-confidence vote ousted Michel Barnier's government.

Bayrou, founder of the Democratic Movement party, faces the challenge of uniting a fractured parliament to pass an unpopular 2025 cost-cutting budget, which led to Barnier's downfall.

Barnier, ousted after just three months, was criticized for bypassing parliament.

Bayrou must form a cabinet and navigate political tensions to avoid another government collapse, which could endanger Macron's presidency amid calls for new elections.

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Macron names centrist ally François Bayrou as France's new prime minister (www.nbcnews.com)

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French President Emmanuel Macron appointed centrist François Bayrou as the new prime minister after a no-confidence vote ousted Michel Barnier's government.

Bayrou, founder of the Democratic Movement party, faces the challenge of uniting a fractured parliament to pass an unpopular 2025 cost-cutting budget, which led to Barnier's downfall.

Barnier, ousted after just three months, was criticized for bypassing parliament.

Bayrou must form a cabinet and navigate political tensions to avoid another government collapse, which could endanger Macron's presidency amid calls for new elections.

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Volkswagen's Audi to halt Brussels production by Feb 28 | Reuters (www.reuters.com)

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Most young Germans see no point in politics, survey says (www.dw.com)

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A survey by the Bertelsmann Foundation found that most young Germans (ages 16-30) feel disillusioned with politics, citing distrust, lack of influence, and insufficient avenues for engagement beyond voting.

Only 8% believe politicians take their concerns seriously, and fewer than 1 in 5 feel they can enact change.

Despite this, 61% still see democracy as the best system.

The findings come as Germany faces potential elections after its coalition collapse, with experts urging politicians to better involve youth on key issues like peace, education, and inflation.

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Marriage of Convenience: How the European Far Right and Far Left Converged on China (thediplomat.com)

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Dolphin And Atto 3 To Be BYD's First European-Built EVs | Carscoops (www.carscoops.com)

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Japan's bankruptcies set to hit 11-year high in 2024, data shows - The Japan Times (www.japantimes.co.jp)