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France

France · FRA · Europe

Risk Score

Guarded→ Stable

Risk Factors

No recent events in pipeline

Overview

France is a major European power with a rich history and diverse economy. It plays a significant role in international affairs, being a permanent member of the UN Security Council and a founding member of the European Union. The nation faces ongoing challenges related to economic competitiveness, social cohesion, and adapting to global geopolitical shifts.

Leadership

Emmanuel Macron

President

GOVERNMENT: Semi-presidential republic

Economy

GDP

$3.4T

GDP per Capita

$49.5K

GDP Growth

+1.8%

Inflation

2.2%

Unemployment

7.0%

ServicesManufacturingAgricultureTourismAerospace

Trade

Key Exports

Machinery and transportation equipmentAircraftPlasticsChemicalsPharmaceuticalsIron and steel

Key Imports

Machinery and equipmentVehiclesCrude oilAircraftPlastics

Top Partners

GermanyUnited StatesItalyBelgiumSpain

Recent Events (1)

Medium2h ago

Global Current Account Balances Widen, Driven by China

Global current account balances have widened in 2025, reversing a post-financial crisis trend. This shift is largely attributed to China's economic activity, with a partial counterbalance from the U.S. and euro area.

Headlines (6)

Times Now13h ago

Caen Car Crash: 2 Killed, 8 Injured After Driver Rams Into Bus Shelter In France

The Irish Sun15h ago

Irishman, 60s, arrested after telling Jewish woman he would 'put a bullet' in her head in France & faces 5yrs in prison

Hindustan Times16h ago

Jeff Browning health update: Is ultramarathon runner in coma after heart attack in France trail race?

The Manila Times16h ago

Malard, James send Chelsea to brink of Women's Champions League

The Straits Times17h ago

French security chief sees new threats after Leipzig drone attack

bluemountainsgazette13h ago