French MEP Urges Centrists to Unite Behind One Candidate by Early 2027
A member of the European Parliament says France’s centrist and moderate right-wing forces risk splitting the vote unless they agree on a single presidential contender well before the 2027 election.
A French member of the European Parliament has called on the country’s centrist and moderate right-wing political forces to nominate a single presidential candidate by early 2027, according to a report by Ukrinform.
The MEP argued that failing to unite behind one candidate could split the vote among like-minded parties, reducing their chances of advancing past the first round of the presidential election, Ukrinform reported.
According to the report, the MEP stressed that early coordination among centrist and moderate right-wing groups is necessary to maintain a viable path to the second round of the vote.
The report did not provide further details on which parties or figures might be involved in such a coalition, or on the specific timeline for selecting a joint candidate.
France’s next presidential election is expected to take place in 2027. Ukrinform did not name the MEP who made the remarks in the excerpt reviewed.
Sources
- French MEP: Centrists must nominate single presidential candidate by early 2027 — Ukrinform (Ukraine)
EGazette summarizes reporting from multiple sources; follow the links for the originals.
Related articles
Iraq: Trial opens in Baghdad for six French nationals accused of joining ISIS
Despite calls for repatriation made by their lawyers, six French citizens who fought in the ranks of the Islamic State group saw their trial begin Sunday in Baghdad.
France's Wine Production Nears 70-Year Low Amid Climate Pressures
Heatwaves and drought have pushed French wine output toward its lowest level in seven decades, prompting the industry to weigh new markets, products and strategies, according to CNBC.
Back to School: Finding Housing, an Obstacle Course for Thousands of Students
As three million students returned to school in France, many are still struggling to find affordable housing amid insufficient supply and rising prices.
France to Summon Iran's Envoy Over Closure of French Language Centre in Tehran
Paris plans to call in Iran's ambassador after Tehran shut down a French-run language institute, which Iranian authorities accused of unspecified "illegal acts."
Albanese launches Australia's bid for UN Security Council seat, names former Murdoch aide as New York consul general
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced Australia's formal candidacy for a two-year term on the UN Security Council in 2029–2030, concurrent with appointing Siobhan McKenna, a former News Corp broadcasting executive, as consul general to New York.
In Germany, Friedrich Merz's CDU suffers historic defeat in Eastern state
For the first time since 1949, the Christian Democratic Union has fallen below the 5% threshold in a regional election, the minimum required to gain seats in the local parliament.
Comments
Loading comments…