France's government has managed to stave off collapse following a no-confidence vote in Parliament. Prime Minister Francois Bayrou received a temporary reprieve from political turmoil, with the motion failing to secure enough support. Only 128 lawmakers voted in favor of the motion against the required majority in a 577-seat assembly. This outcome paves the path for the passage of a critical 2025 budget bill aimed at addressing France's spiraling debt and deficit. Despite immediate stability, the government remains under threat due to chronic divisions within the National Assembly.
The no-confidence motion was supported by only 128 lawmakers in the 577-seat National Assembly, short of the absolute majority required.
The failure of the motion ensures safe passage of a 2025 budget bill that France desperately needs to rein in its surging debt and deficit.
Mr. Bayrou's bigger problem of running a government in hostile territory has not been solved; the lower house is deeply divided with opposing factions.
Mr. Bayrou was appointed just over a month ago, making him the fourth prime minister in a year, which is unusual for France.
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