The French Prime Minister's political skills are being tested as the 2026 budget bill is approved.

The government led by French Prime Minister Le Corney successfully passed the 2026 budget bill on February 3rd, overcoming intense political opposition in the National Assembly. This decision has somewhat alleviated the political instability that had threatened investor confidence in France’s economy for several months. ## Prime Minister Le Corney’s Decision to Avoid Two No-Confidence Motions The vote in the French Parliament was a critical moment for the Prime Minister. The no-confidence motion proposed by far-left members received 260 votes but fell short of the 289 votes needed to topple the government and reject the budget bill. Additionally, another motion from the far-right garnered only 135 votes, making its passage impossible. This outcome demonstrates that Prime Minister Le Corney, despite leading a minority government, managed to navigate complex parliamentary dynamics successfully. ## Compromise Through Concessions, Settling at a 5% Deficit Rate The government led by the French Prime Minister achieved victory through strategic concessions. By reducing planned spending cuts and tax increases from previous proposals, they managed to find common ground with the opposition. As a result, the fiscal deficit for this year is projected to be 5%, exceeding initial plans. Amid the challenging balancing act between economic stability and political considerations, Prime Minister Le Corney successfully executed this adjustment. ## A Different Outcome from Predecessors, Demonstrating Political Maturity The significance of Prime Minister Le Corney’s achievement becomes even clearer when contrasted with his predecessors. Many former French Prime Ministers were forced to resign due to conflicts with Parliament over austerity measures. In contrast, Le Corney used negotiation and compromise to avoid such fates and maintain political continuity. This development is seen not only as a victory for the budget but also as a move toward greater stability in France’s often turbulent political landscape.