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The election campaign to replace Macron in France is heating up as the summer vacation season ends

The election campaign to replace Emmanuel Macron as France's president is gaining momentum

The Independent UK · Sep 1

Édouard Balladur Dies at 97: Former French Prime Minister Who Led France Through the 1990s

Édouard Balladur, former French prime minister, passed away at 97. Known for economic reforms and privatisation, his legacy shaped France's centre-right politics and modern economic policies.

International Business Times UK · Sep 1

Global Market: Eurozone manufacturing growth hits four-year high in August

Eurozone manufacturing activity expanded at its fastest pace in more than four years in August, with the PMI rising to 52.7 as new orders and factory output strengthened. Germany led the recovery, while France also expanded, although Italy and Spain remained under pressure. Improving confidence and easing input cost inflation…

The Economic Times · Sep 1

Scotland ranks third in Europe for foreign investment in energy, report finds

SCOTLAND attracted more energy-related Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) projects in 2025 than every other country in Europe except France and…

The National (Scotland) · Sep 1

In France's north, winegrowers bet on a warmer future

This year, successive heatwaves, wildfires and drought, disrupted life for France's winegrowers, leading to historically early harvests, lower yields, and an increased risk of smoke taint.

The Economic Times · Sep 1

France begins new voluntary national service programme

The government's initial aim is to grow the programme to 10,000 volunteers a year, with a long-term goal of up to 50,000 per year in 2035.

Euronews · Aug 31

Former French PM Édouard Balladur, once defeated by ally Jacques Chirac, dies at 97

Édouard Balladur, who served as prime minister of France from 1993 to 1995, died on Monday at the age of 97. He led a "cohabitation" government under Socialist president François Mitterrand before waging a bitter battle for the presidency against his friend Jacques Chirac in 1995 – a race he…

France 24 · Aug 31

Scott Bessent huddles with G20 to try to rally allies on Iran as tariffs strain ties

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is meeting with global finance ministers in Asheville this week. He aims to focus discussions on economic growth and managing international debt burdens. The meetings occur as the US escalates sanctions against Iran and faces trade disputes. Bessent seeks international support to isolate Iran and…

The Economic Times · Aug 31

France targets Shein and Temu with new fast fashion levy

Starting this week, France will charge a penalty on cheaply made clothing sold by ultra-fast fashion retailers, with the fee reaching nearly €20 per item by 2030. Aimed at platforms like Shein, Temu and AliExpress, the levy follows a June law targeting disposable fashion's environmental toll, though rival brands like…

France 24 · Aug 31

Ten years after Gabon’s post-election violence, painful questions remain

Ten years on, victims of violence that followed president Ali Bongo’s disputed re-election in Gabon are still demanding truth and justice. Questions also remain over the possible involvement of French nationals and the response of the French authorities.

Radio France Internationale · Aug 31