When it comes to climate & energy policy, France is often reduced to nuclear. True, nuclear power is a strategic issue in l’Hexagone. No later than last week, MPs from all across the political spectrum adopted a bill aiming to boost the construction of new nuclear reactors. This does not mean that France does not […]
This month Flint is celebrating an important milestone - the fifth anniversary of Flint Europe and our Brussels office. It is a good moment to update you on recent developments and on our future plans for Flint’s work in Brussels and across a growing number of EU countries and services. The Brussels office, which Gregor […]
Flint has taken a significant step in expanding our European offer, opening a new permanent office in Paris headed by Partner Anne-Juliette Rohrbach. Our Flint France team across the company has experience working at the most senior levels in the French government, parliament, regulatory agencies, and the private sector. They support clients on commercial, political […]
In this episode, Flint experts examine what the municipal election results reveal about France’s evolving political landscape and the implications for the year ahead. They explore how the outcomes could shape the dynamics of the 2027 presidential race, what they mean for Macron’s final year in office, and the risks and opportunities for businesses navigating […]
10 Sep, 2025
France in uncertainty: political instability, budget risks and EU Implications
France faces a new phase of political uncertainty and instability as President Macron’s government, led by François Bayrou, loses a vote of no confidence, paving the way for Sébastien Lecornu’s new appointment as Prime Minister. In this podcast, Director François-Joseph Schichan chairs a discussion with Anne-Juliette Rohrbach, Partner & Managing Director, Flint France, David Wright, Senior Adviser at […]
18 Jul, 2024
The French election results: Implications for France, the EU and business
The second round of the French snap parliamentary elections took place over the weekend with surprising results. Over the coming days, the final count will probably raise more questions than answers. French politics will now likely change dramatically, with implications well beyond France’s borders. In the Flint podcast, our experts explore these implications and […]
27 Jun, 2024
French snap election: what is at stake for France, Europe and business
Following a crushing defeat at the European election on 9 June, President Macron called a snap parliamentary election that will take place in two rounds on 30 June and 7 July. The result is uncertain but is likely to represent a watershed moment for French and European politics, with the far-right set to become the […]
