France's Controversial Decision to Revoke Birthright Citizenship in Mayotte

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Source: Al Jazeera English
France's Controversial Decision to Revoke Birthright Citizenship in Mayotte
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France plans to amend its constitution to revoke birthright citizenship in Mayotte, an overseas territory, in an effort to curb immigration and address declining living standards. The move has sparked controversy, with opposition from socialists and concerns that it could set a precedent for mainland France. The decision has been welcomed by the far-right, while leftist leaders fear it could lead to further political tensions. France administers 12 territories outside of Europe, collectively known as overseas France, and has faced tensions with other overseas territories in the past.

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