Michel Barnier
Michel Barnier is a seasoned French politician and diplomat, known for his role as the European Union's chief negotiator for Brexit. He has served in various French government positions, including Minister of Foreign Affairs and Minister of Agriculture. Barnier is recognized for his expertise in European affairs and his commitment to strengthening the EU's role on the global stage. His recent involvement in the political landscape includes leading a minority government that faced a successful no-confidence vote, highlighting the ongoing political challenges in France.
Born on Jan 08, 1951 (74 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| France | 19 | 4.32 | 0.94% | +30% | 65,273,511 | 799,334 | $2,700,000 | 33,064$ |
| Italy | 2 | 4.50 | 0.06% | +0% | 60,461,826 | 38,995 | $2,000,000 | 1,290$ |
| Algeria | 2 | 5.00 | 0.22% | +0% | 43,851,044 | 96,165 | $170,000 | 373$ |
| Saint Helena | 2 | 3.50 | 0.00% | +0% | 6,071 | 0 | $31 | 0$ |
| Ireland | 2 | 3.50 | 0.10% | +10% | 5,030,000 | 5,260 | $5,100 | 5$ |
| Monaco | 1 | 6.00 | 0.44% | +0% | 39,242 | 171 | $7,800 | 34$ |
| Saudi Arabia | 1 | 4.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 34,813,871 | 19,781 | $700,000 | 398$ |
| Totals | 29 | 209,475,565 | 959,706 | $5,582,931 | 35,164$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
France:
Michel Barnier's government delayed the adoption of the budget for 2025.
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Monaco:
Michel Barnier is a former French Prime Minister advocating for a strategic update in Europe.
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France:
The government's censorship under Michel Barnier prevented the extension of the financial law experiment.
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Saudi Arabia:
Michel Barnier was ousted as Prime Minister in France due to similar pressures on financial policies.
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France:
Michel Barnier appointed Didier Migaud as Minister of Justice in his government.
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Italy:
The fall of the government led by Michel Barnier has weakened investor confidence in France.
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Ireland:
Michel Barnier led a minority government in France that collapsed after three months.
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France:
Michel Barnier warned that without a single candidate from their groups, they would face extreme right and left in the second round.
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France:
Michel Barnier was the Prime Minister whose government fell in December 2024 due to the budgetary text.
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France:
Michel Barnier was involved in a motion of censure that led to the fall of the government in December 2024.
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