Macron Appeals for Political Compromise to Resolve 2026 Budget Deadlock

French President Emmanuel Macron has publicly urged political parties in Parliament to find a compromise to overcome the deadlock on the 2026 national budget. Speaking during an interview on RTL on November 25, 2025, Macron expressed optimism about reaching an agreement despite the recent overwhelming rejection of the budget's revenue section by Parliament, where only one deputy voted in favor.

Macron emphasized that it is not the president's responsibility to resolve the budget impasse, instead placing the onus on parliamentary forces to build coalitions similar to those seen in Germany. He criticized parties including the Socialist Party, the National Rally, and La France insoumise for their inability to collaborate effectively, urging them to focus on serving the country rather than merely expressing disagreements.

Highlighting France's strength, Macron noted that military investments have made the country’s army the most effective in Europe, and that France holds significant diplomatic influence across Europe, Africa, and Asia. Economically, he pointed out that France accounts for half of the Eurozone's growth, referencing Eurostat data which showed GDP growth at 0.2% in the third quarter, accelerating to 0.5%.

Macron called for responsibility and efficiency, stating, "I have good hope that a compromise will be reached in the coming weeks." He also rejected a binary or all-or-nothing approach to governance and declined to comment on speculation about dissolving the National Assembly if the budget fails to pass.

Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu echoed Macron's message, criticizing politicians who treat compromise as incompatible with their electoral ambitions. The President’s call is a clear appeal for cooperative governance to resolve a critical political stalemate threatening France’s fiscal planning for 2026.