France
Adoption of 2026 budget in National Assembly increasingly uncertain
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After several days of intense debates in the National Assembly, the 2026 finance bill increasingly resembles a 'Frankenstein' budget, a patchwork of contradictory amendments complicating its final adoption. The executive, avoiding Article 49.3, faces strong opposition on measures like the surtax on multinationals and limits on sick leave. Lawmakers from all sides have adopted or suppressed key provisions, raising the risk of overall rejection.
New Caledonia: parliament approves postponement of provincial elections
The French Parliament has approved the postponement of provincial elections in New Caledonia, originally set for November, to June 28, 2026 at the latest. This decision, passed by the National Assembly on October 28 and the Senate on October 29, represents a first step toward resuming debates on a sensitive institutional reform. It comes amid the May 2024 violence and the fragile Bougival agreement, rejected by independentists.
Deputies double GAFAM tax for 2026 budget
French National Assembly deputies voted on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, to double the GAFAM tax rate from 3% to 6%, targeting big tech companies. Despite government opposition fearing retaliation from the Trump administration, a compromise was adopted following an initial more ambitious proposal. Left-wing lawmakers denounce it as a retreat under American pressure.
Senate adopts insufficient bill against high living costs in overseas territories
The Senate adopted a bill against the 'high cost of living' in overseas territories on October 29, introduced by Minister Naïma Moutchou. Deemed largely insufficient by ultramarine lawmakers, the text highlights frustrations over the lack of ambitious measures on purchasing power and competition. It is now sent to the National Assembly.
Hurricane Melissa could bring mild weather to France
2025년 10월 29일 19시 56분Ségolène Royal publishes book and eyes left primary for 2027
2025년 10월 29일 17시 56분France integrates non-consent into rape definition
2025년 10월 28일 17시 55분Suspect in Iraqi Christian's assassination in Lyon jailed in France
2025년 10월 28일 17시 39분French labor minister questions desire to quit work early
2025년 10월 28일 12시 04분Government opposes Zucman tax on high patrimonies
2025년 10월 28일 11시 50분Deputies adopt several amendments to PLFSS 2026 in commission
2025년 10월 28일 08시 49분Government rejects socialists' Zucman tax proposal
Assembly adopts multinational tax against government wishes
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During the 2026 budget review, French National Assembly deputies adopted an LFI amendment Tuesday evening to tax profits actually realized by multinationals in France, estimated at 26 billion euros by supporters. Backed by a left-RN alliance, it follows the doubling of the GAFA tax from 3% to 6%, despite strong government opposition decrying fiscal overbidding. These votes could yield over 20 billion euros for the state but may be overturned in the Senate.
Germany advances to women's nations league final
The German women's national football team advanced in the Nations League semi-final against France and reaches a final for the first time since the 2022 Euros. The return leg in Caen ended 2:2, following a 1:0 win in the first leg. Germany will face Spain in the final.
Louvre burglary: two suspects indicted, jewels missing
Ten days after the spectacular burglary in the Louvre's Apollon gallery, two suspects have partially admitted the facts during their indictment for organized gang theft. The eight stolen jewels, valued at an estimated 88 million euros, remain untraceable despite an investigation involving a hundred investigators. Meanwhile, Paris's police prefect highlights infractions in the museum's surveillance cameras.
Paris FC and Lyon draw in spectacular 3-3 match
Paris FC and Olympique Lyonnais delivered a thrilling 3-3 draw at Stade Jean-Bouin on Wednesday evening. Trailing 3-0, Lyon saw Paris FC pull back after two red cards, eventually equalizing in the final minutes. This result keeps both teams in contention in the Ligue 1 standings.
Renaissance backs Pierre-Yves Bournazel for 2026 Paris municipal elections
The Renaissance party officially endorsed Pierre-Yves Bournazel, the Horizons candidate, for the March 2026 Paris municipal elections on Tuesday, October 28, sidelining Rachida Dati. The decision, approved by 14 out of 16 members of the national investiture commission, represents a reversal after months of hesitation. It has elicited mixed reactions within the party.