Emmanuel Gregoire becomes new mayor of Paris, succeeding fellow Socialist Anne Hidalgo

South China Morning Post Political StrategyNews ReportEN 1 min read 100% complete by Associated PressMarch 23, 2026 at 12:16 AM

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Emmanuel Gregoire, a Socialist candidate, won the Paris mayoral election on Sunday, succeeding fellow Socialist Anne Hidalgo. The municipal elections across France, including in 1,500 communes, served as a test of the local political landscape before the 2027 presidential race. Gregoire secured victory over conservative rival Rachida Dati, claiming it as a win for a "vibrant, progressive Paris." Voters elected mayors and municipal councillors for six-year terms. Turnout was higher than in 2020 but lower than in 2014. The elections also saw gains for the traditional left and right, and a major win for the far-right in Nice.

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Gregoire said “tonight is the victory of a certain vision of Paris: a vibrant Paris, a progressive Paris”.

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Turnout at 5pm local time was just over 48 per cent.

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Anne Hidalgo was the previous mayor of Paris.

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Gregoire is a Socialist candidate.

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Emmanuel Gregoire won the Paris mayoral race.

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Ministry of the Interior 30% Nice 40% Rachida Dati 50% France ×270% Anne Hidalgo 70% Paris ×480% Emmanuel Gregoire ×490%

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municipal elections 90% paris mayoral race 80% socialist 70% france 60% voter turnout 50% political map 50% left and right 40% 2027 presidential race 40%