French PM Resign: Prime Minister Edouard Philippe has resigned

French Prime Minister Edouard Philippe has resigned, in step with the Elysee Palace. His departure is expected to pave the manner for a government reshuffle.

Speculation had been developing that a reshuffle changed into imminent - with French President Emmanuel Macron seeking to enhance his green credentials and win back upset voters.

Mr. Philippe had definitely visible his popularity growth drastically in the latest weeks - in spite of French authorities facing grievance over their handling of the coronavirus crisis.

In French government reshuffles, the top minister tenders his or her resignation ahead of cabinet appointments however can still be renamed to the position.