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Macron Vows Student Protests Continue
Macron pledges concrete education reforms as student protests intensify.
In brief
Macron pledges concrete education reforms as student protests intensify. French student leaders vow to continue protests despite government education concessions, pressuring Macron's minority government amid economic strain and rising far-right support. Originally reported by France24.
Student Protests Continue
French student leaders vowed to go on protesting Monday despite government concessions on education, keeping pressure on President Emmanuel Macron.
“Not all our demands were met. We'll go on for as long as it takes”
Government Concessions
New measures include capping high school class sizes, €4 billion for school renovations, and replacing university admissions by 2028.
Economic Strain
National debt approaches 120 percent of GDP while unrest boosts far-right leader Marine Le Pen's presidential election support.
Education Minister Statement
Education Minister Edouard Geffray said easing pressure in the education system is critical.
Unrest Spreads
Protests have broadened to include trade unions and yellow-vest activists, with 1,435 arrests nationwide.
“We knew there had been calls from numerous identity-based and nationalist movements to come out, officially, to defend businesses”
Economic Impact
Businesses report sharp sales declines as retailers stay closed due to recent violence.
“We have shopkeepers who are tired and demoralised, and we are killing local commerce”
The headline
French student leaders vow to continue protests despite government education concessions, pressuring Macron's minority government amid economic strain and rising far-right support.
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