French Parliamentary Election: A Comprehensive Guide

The Rise of the Far-Right

The upcoming French parliamentary election has the potential to mark a significant shift in the political landscape of the country. The far-right party, National Rally (formerly known as National Front), is poised to make significant gains, possibly emerging as the largest party in the National Assembly.

Second-Round Voting

The second round of voting is currently underway in French overseas territories, including those in the South Pacific, Caribbean, Indian Ocean, and North Atlantic. This round will determine the final composition of the National Assembly, which comprises 577 seats.

Round One Results

In the first round of voting, the incumbent party, La République En Marche! (LREM), led by President Emmanuel Macron, emerged as the largest party. However, it secured only a plurality of seats, leaving it short of a majority.

Presidential Snap Election

The parliamentary election follows a snap election called by Macron three weeks prior to the first round of voting. The President's surprise move aimed to consolidate his power and pass key legislation, including a controversial pension reform bill.