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France to Borrow Big to Manage Debt

From France 24 · September 29, 2026
France to Borrow Big to Manage Debt

The French government plans to borrow a record €340 billion to manage its debt from the Covid-19 pandemic. This borrowing is necessary as many debts are coming due and need to be refinanced. The situation highlights the challenges that countries face in managing their finances and the impact of past events on current economic policies.

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