Cannes News

David Lisnard, the mayor of Cannes and a member of the Les Républicains party, has officially announced his candidacy for the 2027 presidential election in France. In a series of statements, Lisnard called for a primary election among right-wing candidates, emphasizing the need for a strong leader to emerge. He expressed his belief that a primary could foster healthy competition focused on projects and personalities, which he views as beneficial for democracy. Lisnard's remarks were made during a discussion on Europe1, where he also acknowledged the current state of France and his potential role in addressing its challenges. Analysts have suggested that Bruno Retailleau currently holds an advantage in terms of support among right-wing candidates. Lisnard aims to gather all prominent figures of the right for a comprehensive primary process, potentially beginning this summer.