George Canning vs Jean Castex

Canning was appointed Foreign Secretary, a role he held until 1827. He pursued a policy of non-intervention in European affairs, recognized the independence of Latin American republics, and supported Greek independence from the Ottoman Empire.

As Foreign Secretary, Canning negotiated the Treaty of London with France and Russia, which demanded an armistice in the Greek War of Independence and offered mediation. This led to the eventual independence of Greece from the Ottoman Empire.

George Canning became Prime Minister of the United Kingdom in April 1827, succeeding Lord Liverpool. His appointment was controversial due to his support for Catholic emancipation, leading several Tory ministers to resign.

Canning died on August 8, 1827, after only 119 days as Prime Minister, making his tenure the shortest in British history. His death was attributed to pneumonia or tuberculosis, and he was succeeded by Lord Goderich.

Canning advocated for the removal of legal restrictions on Roman Catholics in the United Kingdom. His stance caused a split in the Tory Party, with opponents like the Duke of Wellington refusing to serve under him.

Castex's government launched the France Relance plan, a

Jean Castex was appointed Prime Minister by President Emmanuel Macron, replacing Edouard Philippe. His appointment was seen as a move to focus on the post-COVID-19 economic recovery and managing the pandemic's aftermath.

Castex's government oversaw the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccination campaign in France. The campaign faced initial logistical challenges and public skepticism but eventually achieved high vaccination rates.

Jean Castex resigned as Prime Minister following the re-election of President Macron. His resignation was a standard procedure after a presidential election, leading to the appointment of