This website is the official website of the French government (Portail du Gouvernement) and provides an overview of the country, government institutions, industry information navigation, news, government forums, relevant links, etc. The Republic of France (English: The Republic of France; French: République francaise; abbreviation: France) is located in Western Europe, the capital and seat of government is Paris, the official language is French, the implementation of semi-presidential republican system, the President is the head of state, the Prime Minister is the head of government.