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French Government Faces Growing Pressure as Deficit Reduction Targets Come Under Strain

Finance Minister Roland Lescure warned that weaker economic growth is making it increasingly difficult for France to meet its deficit goals, with officials considering additional emergency savings measures ahead of future budgets.
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