Emmanuel Macron (Current President):
Emmanuel Macron, born on December 21, 1977, is a prominent figure in French politics. He became the President of France on May 14, 2017, after winning the presidential election against Marine Le Pen. Macron is the youngest president in the history of France. Before his presidency, Macron served as Minister of the Economy, Industry, and Digital Affairs under President François Hollande.
Macron is known for his centrist political stance and his pro-European Union views. He founded the political movement En Marche! (On the Move!) in 2016, which later transformed into La République En Marche! (LREM), a political party that played a significant role in his presidential victory.
During his presidency, Macron has implemented various reforms, including labor law reform, pension reform, and measures to boost entrepreneurship and economic growth. He has also focused on environmental issues, such as the Paris Agreement on climate change.
François Hollande (Past President):
François Hollande, born on August 12, 1954, served as the President of France from May 15, 2012, to May 14, 2017. He was the first socialist president of France since François Mitterrand. Hollande’s presidency was marked by economic challenges, high unemployment rates, and security concerns, particularly following terrorist attacks in Paris in 2015.
During his presidency, Hollande faced criticism for his handling of the economy and his inability to fulfill his promise to reduce unemployment. He implemented various policies aimed at stimulating economic growth and reducing the budget deficit, but progress was slow.
Internationally, Hollande played a significant role in negotiations with Iran that led to the Iran nuclear deal in 2015. He also participated in efforts to combat terrorism, particularly in the wake of attacks in Paris and Nice.
Overall, Hollande’s presidency was characterized by both domestic and international challenges, and his popularity declined significantly during his time in office.
