FRANCE: Government to drop carbon tax in another setback for Sarkozy
Prime Minister Fillon (pictured) indicated Tuesday that the government is set to drop plans for a carbon tax. The move is another blow for President Nicolas Sarkozy, who had labelled the bill a cornerstone of the fight against global warming. Read More
FRANCE: PM Fillon and Sarkozy to meet for talks after UMP defeat at polls
French Prime Minister François Fillon (pictured) and President Nicolas Sarkozy will meet for talks Monday after their UMP party’s decisive defeat in regional polls. Sarkozy is expected to reshuffle his cabinet amid pressure for a shift in direction. Read More