Investing.com -- French President Emmanuel Macron declared he will serve his full term until 2027, addressing rumors that he might face pressure to step down if the government loses an upcoming confidence vote.
"The mandate which has been given to me by the French people, and by no-one else, is a mandate that will be carried out through to the end of its term," Macron stated during a joint news conference with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
The French president's comments come as his government faces a confidence vote next month, which has fueled speculation about potential political changes if the vote fails.
Macron emphasized that his authority comes directly from French voters, reinforcing his intention to complete the full presidential term regardless of the confidence vote outcome.
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