France's politicians look to close gap with far right ahead of key election
Summary
With eight months to go before France’s 2027 presidential election, political parties are preparing by choosing candidates and increasing public campaigning. The main challenge is whether centrist and centre-left groups can unite to stop the rise of far-right and far-left parties in the vote.Key Facts
- The French presidential election will take place in 2027, about eight months from now.
- Centre-left parties, including the socialists and Place Publique, plan to hold a primary election in October to pick one candidate.
- This is intended to avoid splitting their voters between multiple candidates.
- Centrist and centre-right parties are also deciding whether to compete or join forces.
- The goal of these parties is to reduce support for far-right and far-left groups.
- The election race is already heating up with interviews, meetings, and public statements by politicians.
- It is unclear who will finally run as candidates from some parties.
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