France President Francois Hollande rules out possibility of re-election

But his presidency has been anything but normal.

France has faced three major Islamist-inspired terror attacks since January 2015 — firstly against the Charlie Hebdo magazine, then in Paris in November and in Nice in July.

On economics, Hollande started with a leftist programme that included a wealth super-tax of 75% on top-earners but he shifted course mid-way through his term to embrace pro-business reforms.

And his colourful personal life has never been far from the headlines, leading his opponents to claim he has demeaned one of the most powerful political offices in Europe.

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