Series: 10 steps in 100 days – The French vote again
A new battle is taking place in France (until June 17) as the French elect their 14th National Assembly. The first round has reopened the hostilities. The message from the people is clear.
A new battle is taking place in France (until June 17) as the French elect their 14th National Assembly. The first round has reopened the hostilities. The message from the people is clear.
He promised change during the campaign. One month after his election at the head of France, what has changed? Close up on the new French government in action. Hot topics and first decisions.
The new French government shows diversity and parité, with an equal number of men and women. A refreshing younger generation is stepping in, taking up the challenge of recovery and growth against all odds.
The new President of France was nominated on 15 May during a very official ceremony of 'passation de pouvoir'. But even before that, François Hollande had started to work on various fronts, from taxation in France to international matters.
Both Hollande and Sarkozy have now stepped into a new chapter of their lives with certainly a fully booked agenda in the coming weeks.
This vineyard is located just outside of Aix-en-Provence, near the town of Puy-Sainte-Réparade. Paddy McKillen purchased the old bastide and surrounding land in 2002. This is a man who knows about premium quality, he is the majority owner in several high-end hotels including London hotels Claridges and the Connaught.