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Tech News

French government collapse sparks worry for tech and start-up sector

“We'll miss the technology train if we miss this one today,” one expert told Euronews Next.

Business

France's Canal+ cancels terrestrial TV offerings ahead of London IPO

Canal+ partially blamed the withdrawal of its C8 channel for the decision, which came after France's broadcast regulator pulled its licence.

Europe News

Von der Leyen clinches EU-Mercosur trade deal despite French hostility

The European Commission and Mercosur countries announced on Friday the conclusion of an agreement creating a free trade area covering 780 million people. However, the deal will have to be sealed by EU member states.

Design

A timeline of the reconstruction of Notre-Dame de Paris

Ahead of the grand re-opening, here's a look-back at all the work done in the five years since a fire devastated the Notre Dame cathedral.

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Europe News

France's Macron to appoint new PM 'in coming days' and vows to stay on

Emmanuel Macron addressed the nation after lawmakers voted to oust the government this week.

Europe News

French civil servants go on strike after government collapses

French civil servants had planned a strike over budget cuts, with the protest coming just a day after the government collapsed due to a no-confidence vote.

Europe News

Emmanuel Macron takes stock of a nightmarish 2024

The French president has endured a disastrous year, with his efforts to stave off multiple crises blowing up in his face left, right and centre.

Business

French bank previously owned by HSBC plans to slash 1400 posts

CCF, formerly HSBC France, is planning to cut 36% of its workforce and close a third of its branches.

Europe News

French political crisis: Here's how the day unfolded

From Macron's televised speech to nationwide protests, here's a look at what happened the day after the no-confidence vote.

Business

Italian deputy PM blames Agnelli family for Stellantis problems

Matteo Salvini, Italy's deputy prime minister and minister of infrastructure and transport, has criticised the Agnelli family over car maker Stellantis' problems, as the company continues to struggle with weaker sales and falling demand.

France

French government may survive no-confidence vote, says PM Barnier

France's Prime Minister Michel Barnier faces a no-confidence vote after he forced through a controversial draft budget without parliamentary approval.

Europe News

Budget crisis and political turmoil: France under EU's close watch

European institutions in Brussels are paying attention not only to the financial discussions but also to the political challenges that are unfolding in France.

Experiences

‘An untamed beauty’: Why you should hike the French Riviera off-season

Step away from the crowds into a mélange of Mediterranean coastal walks, perfect for autumn, winter and spring.

Europe News

Le Pen says no-confidence vote will save France from 'unjust' budget

France's Prime Minister Michel Barnier is set to be ousted after his social security budget failed to receive backing from Marine Le Pen's National Rally.

Culture news

France's richest man's influence grows with Académie election

France's richest man has now been elected to one of his country's most esteemed positions.

Business

Sanofi announces its largest China investment amid ongoing trade war

The French pharma firm is seeking to increase insulin production in Beijing as trade tensions between the EU and China simmer on.

Europe News

Trump set to attend Notre Dame reopening in first trip since election

France's famous cathedral will reopen Saturday after five years of reconstruction following a devastating fire in 2019.

Europe News

French government faces collapse after PM pushes through budget bill

French Prime Minister Michel Barnier used the controversial Article 49.3 of the French Consitution to force the adoption of next year's social security budget plan. In retaliation, opposition parties from the left and far right are threatening his government with a no-confidence vote.

Economy

France's 2025 budget crisis: Barnier invokes Article 49.3 - What now?

French PM Michel Barnier has invoked Article 49.3 to pass budget measures without parliamentary approval, risking a no-confidence vote. Opposition, led by Marine Le Pen, demanded the indexation of pensions to inflation. Markets react with bond spreads widening and CAC 40 falling.

Economy

Spain's manufacturing growth for November hit by Valencia flooding

Although manufacturing growth in Spain rose at a slower rate in November because of flooding, it was still above the key 50 level. Turkish manufacturing demand inched up but German and French figures failed to offer seasonal cheer.