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France holds municipal elections ahead of 2027 presidential race
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France is conducting municipal elections across two consecutive Sundays in March, including elections for the mayor of Paris, occurring less than one year before the 2027 presidential election. Candidates are using the municipal contests as potential platforms for advancing to higher political office.
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French parties test strategies in municipal elections ahead of 2027 presidential poll
Voters are going to the polls Sunday in the first round of municipal elections to choose leadership teams across France, from small villages to the biggest cities — a test for political parties' electoral machines before next year's presidential election for the successor to President Emmanuel Macron. Details by FRANCE 24 journalist Antonia Kerrigan.
France 24 WorldMarch 15, 2026 at 09:54 AM UTCIn France's municipal elections, 2027 presidential race looms large
France holds municipal elections on Sunday – including for the mayor of Paris – less than a year before the 2027 presidential vote, with some candidates looking to use the polls as a springboard for higher office. The votes will be held in two rounds on consecutive Sundays, with the second set for March 22. Here's what to know.
France 24 WorldMarch 15, 2026 at 05:33 AM UTC
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