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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.
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.
Paris 2026 municipal elections show scattered start and possible rightward shift
Five months before Paris's municipal elections on March 15 and 22, 2026, the right is dividing following Renaissance's support for Pierre-Yves Bournazel over Rachida Dati. On the left, negotiations between socialists and ecologists for a single list are stalled over La France insoumise's involvement. After nearly 25 years of socialist governance, an alternation appears likely.
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.
Hurricane Melissa could bring mild weather to France
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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.
Ségolène Royal publishes book and eyes left primary for 2027
Former socialist candidate Ségolène Royal published her book “But who will look after the children?” on October 29, developing the idea of a “generational debt” toward an anxious youth. On France 2, she stated she “could participate in a left-wing primary” for the 2027 presidential election. She advocates embracing the “maternal side of power” against “toxic virilism”.
Bordeaux defends suspension of twinning with Ashdod
Bordeaux's city hall firmly upholds its July decision to suspend twinning with the Israeli city of Ashdod, made by Mayor Pierre Hurmic. Challenged by Senator Nathalie Delattre, who calls for resuming exchanges, the municipality argues that the ongoing armed conflict makes any renewal of cooperation premature, especially for youth programs.
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.
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.