French President Emmanuel Macron has named Michel Barnier the country’s new prime minister, the presidency said in a statement, Paralel.Az reports citing France 24.

The long-awaited announcement comes some two months after no party won an outright majority in snap elections, leading to an impasse in negotiations over who should lead the government.

Seventy-three-year-old Barnier led the EU’s talks with Britain over its exit from the bloc from 2016-2021. Prior to that, the conservative politician held roles in various French governments and was also EU Commissioner.