Edouard Philippe Launches Active Campaign Schedule for 2027 Presidential Race

As France remains politically quiet during the summer, Edouard Philippe, leader of the Horizons party and the leading center-right candidate for the 2027 presidential election, is preparing to intensify his campaign activities starting in late August. Philippe plans to begin a political tour in Mayotte on August 21, a region grappling with critical challenges including security, migration, and water access, and where the National Rally has significant influence. Following Mayotte, he will visit La Réunion until August 24 to engage with local issues.

Philippe’s campaign strategy avoids summer campaigning, emphasizing respect for the political timeline. Instead, he has maintained a low profile since late July, unlike other candidates who have campaigned actively through the summer. His schedule includes participation in high-profile events such as the Rencontre des entrepreneurs de France at the Medef summer university on August 27, where he will debate business competitiveness and employment with other presidential contenders. Additionally, on August 29 he will attend a think tank summer university organized by former Education Minister Jean-Michel Blanquer alongside figures like François Hollande.

The energetic political calendar will culminate in a significant event on September 1 in Philippe's hometown of Le Havre, aligning with the start of the school year. His deliberate approach balances active political engagement with a measured public presence during the traditionally quieter summer period, aiming to consolidate his position ahead of the election.