Which two French prime ministers of the Fifth Republic also served as president?

There have been 26 prime ministers since 1960 and the position is traditionally relatively stable despite the country’s recent political upheaval

four-way split image of Elisabeth Borne, Gabriel Attal, Michel Barnier and François Bayrou
Four prime ministers have served under President Macron in 2024: Elisabeth Borne, Gabriel Attal, Michel Barnier and François Bayrou
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The position of French prime minister at the head of government is traditionally relatively stable despite the country’s recent political upheaval.

Since the founding of the French Fifth Republic in 1960, 26 people have served in the role, with most lasting for several years. Two of them would later become president.

However, President Macron’s time in office has already seen six prime ministers.

The latest is François Bayrou, who moved into the Hôtel de Matignon - the traditional residence of French prime ministers - on Friday, December 13, becoming the fourth head of government in a year.

Read more: Centrist François Bayrou announced as new French prime minister

Which two French prime ministers of the Fifth Republic also served as president?

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Georges Pompidou (president 1969 to 1974) and Jacques Chirac (president 1995 to 2007)
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