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Category: Macron, Emmanuel (1977- )
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Airbus to Double Production in China as It Moves Ahead With New Orders
The French plane maker’s deal comes despite pressure on Europe from the Biden administration to isolate Beijing.
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Europe Plots a Diplomatic and Business Reset on China
President Emmanuel Macron of France and Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, arrived in China on Wednesday aiming to restart business and political ties.
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Will the Fed Raise Interest Rates During a Banking Crisis?
The New York Times – Business:The central bank’s decision on interest rates on Wednesday is shaping up to be the most consequential of the Jerome Powell era.
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French Protesters Rally in Last Angry Push Before Pension Bill Vote
The New York Times – Business:Many believe the legislation to raise the retirement age to 64 from 62 will pass Parliament, and they are looking beyond the vote to fight on.
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Unions Vow to Bring France to a ‘Standstill’ Over Macron’s Pension Plan
The New York Times – Business:Travel, schools and services were disrupted by nationwide strikes and protests for a sixth time as the battle over the retirement age intensified.
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Ahead of Paris Olympics, France’s Sports Minister Faces Trials by Fire
The New York Times – Sports:Amélie Oudéa-Castéra’s first year in office brought chaos at the Champions League final and scandals in multiple sports. With the Paris Olympics looming, her toughest days may be ahead.
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As Parisians March to Fight Pension Changes, Shopkeepers Nod and Agree
The New York Times – Business:Angry protests over a plan to raise France’s retirement age pile uncertainty on small businesses, but most are siding with the demonstrators.
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As France Moves to Delay Retirement, Older Workers Are in a Quandary
The New York Times – Business:A measure to raise the retirement age to 64 from 62 is expected to expose more people to age discrimination: “Companies in France won’t hire them.”
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French Government Unveils Plan to Raise Retirement Age to 64
The New York Times – Business:President Emmanuel Macron is focusing on cutting costs in France’s pension system, but labor unions, which fiercely oppose the measure, have promised a showdown.
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France Desperately Needs Workers, but the Fixes Could Anger Left and Right
The New York Times – Business:Legalization of undocumented workers and pared-down unemployment benefits are part of the government’s plan to fill hundreds of thousands of jobs.
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Leaders Mix Sports and Diplomacy at the World Cup
The New York Times – Sports:Dozens of top officials have flown to Qatar to cheer for teams while talking shop. The event has magnified the tiny Gulf nation’s role as a diplomatic broker.