French politics: Macron warns sacrifices will be needed as tough winter looms - FRANCE 24

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Addressing the first cabinet meeting since the summer break, Macron, tanned but sounding solemn, said the world faced the end of easy abundance of goods and resources and "of a certain carefreeness". Macron, who won a second presidential mandate in April but then lost his overall majority in parliament, faces tough challenges in the next few months, including persuading reluctant lawmakers to pass the 2023 budget.