PARIS -- While mainstream parties in Europe have been shaken by the rise of political extremism, sparking concern in the financial markets, former European Central Bank President Jean-Claude Trichet expressed confidence in a recent interview that Europe will remain united in its global role.
In France, the far-right party National Rally came in third in the recently held general election, and the radical left has made gains as well.
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