France to suspend pension reform

法国将暂停养老金改革

World Business Report

2025-10-14

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French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has presented the government’s long-awaited budget. But will it pass? And can the government finally resolve the recurring political battle over raising the retirement age? The International Monetary Fund has released its global economic outlook, projecting growth of 3.2% for the year ahead. However, concerns remain over global trade and the potential impact of tariffs. And Cape Verde’s national football team has qualified for the FIFA World Cup for the first time. We take a look at the investment that helped get them there.
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  • The French government sets out a budget after months of political deadlock,

  • suspending unpopular pension reforms.

  • At least for now.

  • It's Well Business Express from the BBC World Service.

  • I'm Hannah Malane.

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  • And Cape Verde qualifies for the FIFA World Cup for the very first time.

  • Hello, and we're back in France today as the new government tabled the budget for 2026,

  • suspending controversial pension reforms.