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The French government, led by President Emmanuel Macron, narrowly survived two no-confidence motions in parliament on Monday, following intense pressure over the controversial pension reform.

Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne incensed the opposition by announcing the government's plan to impose the reform without a vote in parliament, leading to accusations of anti-democratic behavior. The government's use of an article in the constitution to bypass a vote allowed the opposition to call motions of no confidence in the government, both of which were rejected. However, the narrow margin of the first vote and the overwhelming rejection of the second suggest that the government still faces significant opposition.

 

The approved reform, which seeks to raise the pensions age from 62 to 64, still needs to be signed into law by Macron and may face legal challenges. The government's handling of the situation has sparked protests and strikes across the country, with a new round of strikes and protests expected on Thursday.

 

The future of Prime Minister Borne remains uncertain after she failed to secure a parliamentary majority for the reform. Meanwhile, Macron's personal approval rating has hit an all-time low, and there are concerns that France may face another bout of violent anti-government protests, similar to the "Yellow Vest" movement of 2018-2019.

 

The pension reform has been a divisive issue, with opponents arguing that it places an unfair burden on low earners, women, and people doing physically wearing jobs. However, the government argues that it is necessary to avoid crippling deficits in the coming decades due to France's aging population.

 

Macron has yet to comment publicly on the controversy, and there are reports that he is considering an address to the nation. Some experts suggest that replacing Borne would be the least risky option for Macron and could provide new momentum for his administration. However, the situation remains uncertain, and the government still faces intense pressure over its handling of the pension reform.