French lawmakers reject 2027 budget as strikes loom

· Politics · France

France's National Assembly unanimously voted against adopting the government's proposed 2027 budget, as nationwide strikes loomed. The rejection deepens a standoff between the government and lawmakers over spending and taxes at a time of public anger over the cost of living. Trade unions have been mobilising protests across the country demanding better public services and higher wages. The budget vote came as hundreds of thousands prepared to march.

Why it matters：A rejected budget in Europe's second-largest economy risks a political crisis and financial-market jitters if no compromise is reached.

Key points

  • The National Assembly unanimously rejected the 2027 budget.
  • The vote came as unions prepared nationwide strikes.
  • The standoff centres on spending and the cost of living.

Sources (original reporting)

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