In face of police violence, France rises against Macron’s pension reforms
Massive mobilizations are taking place across France against the pension reforms passed by the Emmanuel Macron government. According to estimates by unions, around 3.5 million people hit the streets on March 23
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Rebellion against pension reforms in France continues in the new year
The controversial reforms proposed by the Emmanuel Macron-led French government will introduce a grade point system for ascertaining pension amounts, besides raising the retirement age required to avail pension benefits to 64
Protests in France against pension reforms
They demanded employment, wage hikes, better public services and a fair pension plan.
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