Macron, French President-elect has a difficult task ahead: Here are some

Emmanuel Macron's victory is only the first step; Here are some difficulties he is likely to face

Emmanuel Macron’s victory in the May 7 French presidential election was a relief for many in France and around the world who feared the prospect of the far-right National Front candidate Marine Le Pen leading the country.

But Macron’s victory is only the first step. The novice politician has no parliamentary support and his plan for reforming the European Union may be out of his reach.

The Conversation Global asked scholars from around the world what they thought of Emmanuel Macron’s victory, and what means for their country.

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