Former French PM Edouard Philippe Announces 2027 Presidential Bid

Former French Prime Minister Edouard Philippe has declared his intention to run for president in 2027. Philippe, a centrist ally of President Emmanuel Macron, revealed his plans in an interview with Le Point magazine. His political history includes dealing with the 'Yellow Vests' protests and the initial COVID-19 lockdown.

Edouard Philippe, the former Prime Minister of France, has announced his candidacy for the presidency in 2027. Philippe, who played a significant role as a centrist ally of President Emmanuel Macron, broke the news in an interview with Le Point magazine on Tuesday.

Philippe was Macron's first Prime Minister, joining the president's team after the 2017 election. His tenure in office was marked by his handling of major challenges, including the 'Yellow Vests' street protests in 2018 and the first COVID-19 lockdown in 2020.

With President Macron barred from seeking a third term, Philippe's declaration sets the stage for what could be a turbulent political landscape over the next few years. Macron has been seeking a new Prime Minister to stabilize his administration following a snap parliamentary election that led to a hung parliament.

(With inputs from agencies.)