France Faces Budget Challenges Amid Political Disagreements and Fiscal Concerns

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France is preparing for a crucial budget decision on Friday, while also calling for a delay in the EU-Mercosur trade deal, with Italy hesitant to proceed. The French parliament has approved the social security budget, and the EU is set to vote on the Mercosur agreement next week amid divisions among member states. Additionally, debates continue over a billionaire tax in the EU, with concerns about its impact on innovation and investment.
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