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France’s conundrum: How to cut spending amid protests

DW6 October 2026, 16:49 UTCFrance

Prime Minister Lecornu is pledging to improve schools at a time when the government seeks to save billions. France's dilemma can be seen across the EU: How to cut spending when citizens are demanding more from the state?

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