French Parliament Passes Emergency Law to Prevent Government Shutdown Amid Budget Crisis

Post Views: 637 Emergency Law Emergency Legislation to Avoid Shutdown France‘s parliament has passed a special emergency law to ensure the continuation of essential government functions despite the absence of a 2025 national budget. The law, adopted by both the National Assembly and the Senate this week, grants the government the power to levy taxes and borrow money to fund core state functions. This measure comes as France awaits the formation of a new government under Prime Minister François Bayrou, who faces immense challenges in managing the country’s growing fiscal deficit.   Politi...