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France: Facing Two Votes of No Confidence - Likely to be Rejected

Published January 14, 2026, 13:16
France: Facing Two Votes of No Confidence - Likely to be Rejected

The French government is facing two new votes of no confidence submitted by the far-right National Rally and the radical left-wing La France Insoumise party. These motions relate to the EU's approval of the trade agreement with MERCOSUR countries, despite France's opposition. However, the votes of no confidence are not expected to pass, as the Socialist Party and the Republican Party have already stated they will not support them. If the motions are rejected, the government will remain in power. The submission of the votes of no confidence highlights the political tension in France regarding the EU's trade policy and the protection of domestic agricultural interests.