France, July 9 -- Government spokesperson Nick Mangwana confirmed the change on Tuesday 7 July through a post on social media, announcing that the bill was now law.

The main changes contained in the new bill include: an extended term from five to seven years for the president, parliament and local authorities; the president being elected by a joint sitting of parliament rather than by popular vote; an increase in the number of Senate members from 80 to 90, including 10 additional presidential appointees; and the removal of public interviews for certain senior judicial appointments.

Reactions began circulating on social media, with some welcoming the news, while others questioned the impact and lawfulness of the change.

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