Michel Barnier Named New French Prime Minister Amid Political Paralysis

Italy's Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani congratulated Michel Barnier on his appointment as France's new Prime Minister. French President Emmanuel Macron appointed Barnier, former EU Brexit negotiator, to overcome political paralysis following an inconclusive snap election.

Italy's Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani congratulated new French Prime Minister Michel Barnier after his appointment to the role on Thursday. "Bonne chance mon ami," Tajani wrote on X.

French President Emmanuel Macron appointed Barnier, the European Union's former Brexit negotiator, as his new prime minister, aiming to put an end to the political gridlock following an inconclusive snap election.

Barnier's appointment is seen as a strategic move to stabilize the government and address pressing national issues.

(With inputs from agencies.)