Why the government can't meet the French protesters' demands | The Economist

The French government is paralysed. Protests have swept the country, demanding more spending on education and lower petrol prices. The Economist’s Paris bureau chief, Sophie Pedder, explains why President Macron cannot meet the protesters’ demands. Read more: Subscribe to The Economist: Download The Economist app: Follow us on X: Follow us on Instagram: Follow us on Facebook: (Source: The Economist | Region: Paris, France)