Tag: Deficit
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France’s 2025 Budget to Become Law After Government Survives No-Confidence Votes
France’s 2025 budget is set to become law after the government successfully overcame two votes of no-confidence. This development marks a significant step for the current administration, ensuring the implementation of its financial plan for the upcoming year amidst challenges and opposition scrutiny. France 24 is an international television network and news website owned by…
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France Faces Fiscal Challenges: Strategies for Economic Recovery Explored
France is currently facing a significant budgetary challenge, as highlighted in a recent analysis by FRANCE 24 English. The report delves into the complexities of the French fiscal situation, exploring the factors that have led to the current budget squeeze and discussing the potential pathways out of this financial predicament. With a focus on economic…
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France’s 2024 Budget Deficit Projected to Exceed 6% of GDP, Says Minister
France’s Finance Minister has warned that the country’s budget deficit could exceed 6% of GDP in 2024. This announcement has raised concerns about France’s fiscal health amid ongoing economic challenges. The news comes as the government grapples with balancing economic recovery efforts and maintaining fiscal discipline. France 24 is an international television network and news…
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French Political Spectrum Unites to Address Business Community Concerns Ahead of Parliamentary Elections
In the lead-up to France’s parliamentary elections, representatives from the country’s major political parties presented their economic programs to business leaders at the employer association Medef, aiming to alleviate concerns over their electoral promises. The event saw notable appearances from Jordan Bardella of the National Rally and Eric Ciotti of the Republican party, who emphasized…
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EU Initiates Disciplinary Action Against France and Six Other Countries for Excessive Budget Deficits
The European Commission has recommended disciplinary action against France and six other EU countries for running excessive budget deficits, breaching the Maastricht Treaty rules. This comes as the rules, suspended during the COVID-19 pandemic, were reimposed, requiring member states to keep public debt below 60% of GDP and deficits below 3%. France, along with Belgium,…