Group 1 - A large-scale strike and protest occurred in France on September 18, with over 500,000 participants nationwide, including approximately 55,000 in Paris, in response to government austerity measures [1][3] - The protests involved workers from various sectors, including transportation, education, electricity, and healthcare, calling for a "fairer" fiscal plan, with reports of violence and property damage during demonstrations in cities like Paris, Lyon, and Rennes [3] - The French government reported over 300 arrests due to the protests, and some cultural sites, such as the Louvre and the Musée d'Orsay, temporarily closed certain exhibition halls [3] Group 2 - On September 12, Fitch Ratings downgraded France's sovereign credit rating from AA- to A+, citing a lack of a credible fiscal consolidation plan supported by a majority [4][5] - France's fiscal deficit for 2024 is projected to reach 5.4% of GDP, with public debt totaling 114% of GDP, contributing to political instability and uncertainty regarding the passage of the 2026 budget [5] - The downgrade may have dual impacts on France's financing environment, with some analysts suggesting limited effects on interest rates due to market expectations, while others warn of potential sell-off pressure on French government bonds, increasing financing costs [5]
这国逾50万人罢工 其中首都约5.5万人 超300人被捕!发生了什么?
Mei Ri Jing Ji Xin Wen·2025-09-19 00:55