# Macron Vows Student Protests Continue

> Macron pledges concrete education reforms as student protests intensify.
- Title: Macron Vows Student Protests Continue · France24 | Shortify
- Summary: Macron pledges concrete education reforms as student protests intensify. French student leaders vow to continue protests despite government education…
- Keywords: emmanuel macron, student protests, education reforms, france, unrest, marine le pen, presidential election, far-right, trade unions, news, world, politics
- Source: France24 — https://france24.com/en/france/20261026-macron-vows-concrete-measures-to-address-student-demands-after-unrest
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- Topics: emmanuel macron, student protests, education reforms, france, unrest, marine le pen, presidential election, far-right, trade unions, news, world, politics
## 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
## Key takeaway

French student leaders vow to continue protests despite government education concessions, pressuring Macron's minority government amid economic strain and rising far-right support.