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France's new prime minister vows to curb debt

France's new prime minister vows to curb debt as he faced baptism of fire at heckled parliament

New French Prime Minister Michel Barnier faced a rough ride at parliament as he laid out his proposed policies in an inaugural speech that highlighted how difficult governing will be for his minority

The New York Times · 1d

France’s Prime Minister Urges a Divided Parliament to Give Him a Chance

Michel Barnier vowed to slash spending and temporarily raise some taxes, but his plan must contend with three bitterly opposed political blocs and an aversion in France to working across party lines.

News Tribune · 16h

France’s new prime minister gets heckled in parliament

But he also faced angry shouts from left-wing lawmakers and immediate criticism from the far right, now a powerful force in parliament after surprise elections three months ago, of not being tough enough against immigration.

France's new premier postpones election in New Caledonia

Associated Press · 23h

France’s new premier postpones election in New Caledonia until next year

French Prime Minister Michel Barnier says he has postponed a provincial election in the restive Pacific territory of New Caledonia.

U.S. News & World Report · 1d

French PM Announces Delay in New Caledonia Local Elections

French Prime Minister Michel Barnier told parliament on Tuesday that he was delaying local elections in the overseas territory of New Caledonia until the end of 2025. The Pacific island of New Caledonia has been hit by violent unrest between indigenous Kanaks and French loyalists.

Houston Chronicle · 1d

France's new premier postpones election in restive Pacific territory of New Caledonia

France's new Prime Minister Michel Barnier announced Tuesday that a provincial election scheduled for December in the restive French Pacific territory of New Caledonia have been postponed for a year.

French PM vows more taxes and spending cuts

Reuters · 1d

France's Barnier announces targeted tax hikes to plug budget deficit

Prime Minister Michel Barnier announced steep public spending cuts and targeted tax hikes for France's biggest companies and wealthiest individuals on Tuesday, saying there was no other way to narrow a gaping budget deficit.

San Francisco Examiner · 1d

French PM vows more taxes and spending cuts ahead of budget fight

France's new Prime Minister Michel Barnier pledged new taxes and spending cuts Tuesday to reduce a "colossal" debt, in a policy address that met with a raucous reception from lawmakers

Yahoo · 1d

French PM Barnier presents budget plan to reduce debt, cut spending

French Prime Minister Michel Barnier on Tuesday laid out his new government's plans to reduce the national debt, with spending cuts and tax rises in store. Barnier's centre-right administration lacks a majority in the National Assembly,

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France must cut 100,000 civil service jobs to save economy, says state auditor

France should cut 100,000 civil service jobs to help avoid an economic crisis, the state auditor has said. The Cour des ...

French Plans to Raise Taxes ‘Disastrous’ for Aviation, IATA Says

The new French government plans to raises taxes will be “disastrous” for the country’s economy and its aviation industry, ...

New Zealand surprised by France player exclusion for All Blacks tests

New Zealand's rugby union is seeking more information from global governing body World Rugby following France's unilateral decision to exclude some national squad players from next year's test series ...

Five reasons why French business schools should value international students

What if companies were less reluctant to recruit international students graduating from French business schools? There’s no ...

France's new government pledges hardline stance on migration as it cozies up to far right

France’s new government is set to take a hardline approach to migration issues as key officials have pledged to significantly ...

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French PM delivers financial guarantees for 2030 Winter Games

France on Wednesday provided financial guarantees to the International Olympic Committee (IOC) after being picked ...

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France’s Le Pen and her party go on trial accused of embezzling EU funds

French far-right leader Marine Le Pen denied violating any rules as she and her National Rally party and two dozen others ...

18h

France to Send Military Assets to Middle East

France said it was sending additional military resources to the Middle East, after Iran's attack on Israel. "Committed to ...

Basketball Legend Tony Parker Is Always Game To Talk About France

The 2023 Hall of Fame inductee gives us the score on top Monaco restaurants, his favorite U.S. cities and the destination he ...

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France's prime minister vows to curb debt as he faced baptism of fire at heckled parliament

Lawmakers gave new French Prime Minister Michel Barnier a rough ride, heckling him constantly, as he laid out his proposed ...

New French PM pledges support for Ukraine

French Prime Minister Michel Barnier has emphasised France's support for Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression in a ...

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