The president of France serves a five-year term, reduced from seven in 2000.
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France shortened the presidential term from 7 to 5 years after a 2000 referendum, aiming to align presidential and legislative cycles and reduce political “cohabitation.” Today, presidents are elected for a five-year mandate. (Brookings)
🤯 "The president of France serves a five-year term, reduced from seven in 2000. Power, time-boxed."