What are some cultural values in France?

The French motto “Liberty, Equality, and Fraternity” reflects the values of French society. Equality and unity are important to the French. The French also value style and sophistication, and they take pride in the beauty and artistry of their country. Family is also highly valued in French culture.

What is the French cultural exception?

The concept of “Exception Culturelle” (cultural exception) was a term first introduced by France during the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade negotiations in 1993. It refers to the fact that cultural goods and services should not be treated as regular goods in trade agreements and at the World Trade Organization.

Is France ethical?

France is becoming an ethical fashion powerhouse and has even passed a legislation banning companies from destroying unsold clothes and electronics.

Why was France facing problems?

France has struggled with high unemployment since the 2008 global financial crisis, as have other EU countries. France’s main economic challenges in 2019 were to tackle its high rate of unemployment, increase competitiveness, and combat sluggish growth.

What was the main problem in the French economy?

Unemployment is high and the government’s finances are weak. “France’s fundamental economic problem,” the OECD says, “is a lack of growth.” The latest figures for economic activity (gross domestic product or GDP) for the first quarter of the year show growth of 0.5\%.

How does France protect its musical culture?

French governments worry terribly that their island of culture is disappearing under a global tide of Anglo-Saxon pulp. To keep French music production alive, there is a rule that radio stations have to play a minimum of four songs in 10 that are French.

What are some social issues in France?

These include the sexual exploitation of minors (France had no age of consent until 2018), racism, poverty in the banlieue, police brutality, immigration and reconciling with their colonial past, the concept of laïcité and its controversial implications for Muslims (especially Muslim women) in France, anti-Semitism.

How does France do business?

Businesses in France are typically hierarchical and centralised. Hard work is admired, but generally the French frown upon workaholism. The typical working week in France is 35 hours. Most French do not like to discuss business during dinner.

What does President Macron’s ‘Islamist separatism’ mean for France?

French President Emmanuel Macron has announced plans for tougher laws to tackle what he called “Islamist separatism” and defend secular values. In a keenly awaited speech, Mr Macron said a minority of France’s estimated six million Muslims were in danger of forming a “counter-society”.

Will Macron abandon his fight for the French presidency?

Either way this is not a fight Macron is likely to abandon. Domestically, he faces the first round of the French presidential elections in April 2022, and his challenge will come from the security-minded right, either the centre-right Les Républicains or the far-right Marine Le Pen, with whom he is neck and neck in the polls.

Why doesn’t the French state compile racial statistics?

The French state does not compile racial statistics, which is illegal, describing it as part of its commitment to universalism and treating all citizens equally under the law. To many scholars on race, however, the reluctance is part of a long history of denying racism in France and the country’s slave-trading and colonial past.

Why is secularism a danger to France?

Many complain the authorities use secularism to specifically target them, for instance in banning the hijab. Speaking outside Paris on Friday, Mr Macron said “Islamist separatism” was a danger to France because it held its own laws above all others and “often results in the creation of a counter-society”.