France
COVID-19 strengthens EU drive for economic sovereignty
The COVID-19 pandemic is making EU leaders more acutely aware of the need to prioritise economic self-sufficiency
EUEconomy will shape 2022 French election campaign
With the economy not forecast to recover fully for two years, Macron’s presidency could be at stake
FranceVaccine hesitancy could derail COVID-19 control
Anti-vaccination sentiment is gathering pace and could be a significant barrier to future COVID-19 vaccination efforts
InternationalWest African currency changes gain official momentum
Much-heralded changes to the CFA franc have moved a step closer
West AfricaFrance’s Macron faces tough choices on pension reform
With 2022 in mind, Macron must decide if it is worth pursuing controversial pension reforms in the midst of a recession
FranceGerman-French agreement could mark a significant shift
Germany and France's agreement on a recovery plan potentially marks a shift in the EU's economic response to COVID-19
GermanyLevels of COVID-19 infection remain in single digits
The proportion of the population in France that has had COVID-19 by lockdown end is estimated to be in single digits
InternationalProposed West African currency faces further delays
The COVID-19 pandemic will push back the introduction of a new West African currency
West Africa
