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The latest news, analysis and opinion on France. In-depth analysis, industry insights and expert opinion.
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President Emmanuel Macron
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Prime Minister Michel Barnier
last updated:
29 November, 2024
Illustration: Lau Ka-kuen
China-EU relations

How friendly will Europe’s right wing be to Trump on China? It’s complicated

Leaders like Viktor Orban of Hungary and Giorgia Meloni of Italy embrace US president-elect but may not hold with his entire agenda.

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Food and Drinks

Why one of Paris’ hardest-to-book restaurants is in a theme park

Hong Kong culture

Beijing-Paris ties on display in Hong Kong show of silk, porcelain and diplomacy

Energy

France’s most powerful nuclear reactor comes on stream after 12-year delay

The delay arose from technical setbacks that saw the cost of the project balloon four times from the original estimate.

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A worker walks past a reactor building at the third-generation European Pressurised Reactor project nuclear reactor of Flamanville, Normandy. Photo: AFP
Emmanuel Macron

France’s Macron extends visit to cyclone-hit Mayotte after locals vent anger

Mayotte residents demand more help from the French president after deadly Cyclone Chido left a trail of destruction.

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Art

Monet painting sale via Chinese social media app goes viral. Is it real?

Gallery owner won’t reveal details of claimed multimillion-yuan sale of work by French painter on Xiaohongshu to answer the doubters.

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Africa

France’s Macron visits ‘demolished’ Mayotte as residents seek aid

At least 31 people have died and more than 1,500 people were injured, more than 200 critically.

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France’s President Emmanuel Macron with staff members and local elected representatives at the Mayotte Hospital Centre in Mamoudzou. Photo: AFP
Crime

France jails Dominique Pelicot for 20 years over drugging, mass rape of ex-wife

Judges found Dominique Pelicot guilty, and also convicted a first batch of 20 out of 50 co-defendants in the case.

Fashion

Q&A | Audrey Diwan on filming Emmanuelle in Hong Kong, and her love for Chanel

Audrey Diwan came to Hong Kong for the first time in 2023 – it didn’t take her long to return for Chanel’s cruise show, and she also directed a short film starring Angela Yuen for the occasion.

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Architecture and design

Notre Dame cathedral unveils controversial new stained glass windows

French painter Claire Tabouret’s designs will give the 12th-century monument a modern touch, despite objections from conservation groups.

French artist Claire Tabouret in Paris on Wednesday after winning with Atelier Simon-Marq the selection to create new stained glass windows for the Notre Dame cathedral. Photo: AFP
Crime

Ex-French leader Sarkozy to wear electronic tag after graft conviction upheld

Sarkozy’s lawyer said the former president would appeal to the European Court for Human Rights to challenge the ruling.

Former French president Nicolas Sarkozy. Photo: Reuters
ITTF

Chinese influencer issues ‘deepest apology’ over fake video, table tennis lies

Person running the Weibo account sorry that video incited fan groups to attack one another and abuse Paris Olympians Chen Meng, Sun Yingsha.

Extreme weather

Macron to visit France’s cyclone-battered Mayotte, where hundreds are feared dead

Cyclone Chido swept over Mayotte on Saturday with storm gusts reaching speeds of over 220km/h, leaving a trail of destruction.

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Responsible travel

Half as fast as Beijing-Shanghai, Paris-Berlin high-speed trains launch

Direct daytime high-speed trains link French and German capitals, but journey time nearly twice that of Beijing to Shanghai, a longer trip.

German ICE trains now run between Berlin and Paris. Photo: Deutsche Bahn
Hong Kong society

New look at old Chinese, French ties in ‘grand finale’ Hong Kong exhibition

Exhibition offers new ways to discover the two cultures, says Laurent Salome, director of the National Museum of the Palaces of Versailles and Trianon.

Laurent Salome, director of the National Museum of the Palaces of Versailles and Trianon, at the Hong Kong Palace Museum. Photo: Sam Tsang
Natural disasters

Worst storm in a century flattens French archipelago

Extreme weather

Hundreds feared dead as cyclone hits Indian Ocean French island of Mayotte

Hundreds, maybe thousands, may have died, says local official after the worst storm in a century.

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Religion

Pope Francis, in Corsica, warns against religion that stokes divisions

Pope Francis’ trip to Corsica marks the first papal visit to the French island, the pontiff later met French President Macron.

Pope Francis and French President Emmanuel Macron, right, attend the pope’s departure ceremony at Ajaccio airport on the French island of Corsica on Sunday. Photo: Pool via Reuters
Diplomacy

Editorial | Culture helps bolster China ties with France

Exhibition at Hong Kong Palace Museum serves as reminder of relationship with China and why it is important for city to ensure it continues.

Emmanuel Macron

France’s Macron names centrist ally Francois Bayrou as PM

Bayrou, 73, is likely to face the same existential difficulties as ex-PM Michel Barnier in steering legislation through a hung parliament.

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Swimming

Haughey left trailing in trio’s wake, China’s Tang wins 100m breaststroke gold

Siobhan Haughey finishes fourth in 100m freestyle final, fails to medal in event at World Championships for first time in three years.

Siobhan Haughey finished fourth in the final of the women’s 100m freestyle at the World Aquatics Swimming Championships in Budapest. Photo: Hong Kong China Swimming Association
High Jewellery

How jewellery brands are helping to preserve traditional crafts

In a rapidly evolving industry, luxury brands are investing in education to safeguard the artisanal skills that transform design visions into exquisite jewellery.

Cindy Chao at the Haute École de Joaillerie (HEJ) in Paris. Photo: Cindy Chao
China-France relations

Exclusive | Macron plans China visit amid talk of Beijing helping end Ukraine war

Senior adviser to French leader said to have travelled to Beijing to lay groundwork for 2025 trip as Europeans push for China to sway Russia.

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Hong Kong Squash Open

‘Greatest stage’: US star Olivia Weaver backs squash to thrive at LA Olympics

World No 4, one of several academically inclined players at the world team championships, set to return from injury for Malaysia semi-final.

China-EU relations

China’s envoy to France Lu Shaye heads home in shadow of controversy

Analysts say the delay in moving Lu from Paris shows Beijing did not want to be seen giving in to outside pressure.

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Lu Shaye was appointed as China’s ambassador to France after a controversial period as its envoy to Canada. Photo: AFP
United States

US hotels welcome Indian tourist boom as East Asian demand falters

This comes amid fewer visitors from China, Japan and South Korea as demand from East Asian nations remains lower than pre-pandemic levels.

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People wait in line to buy theatre tickets in Times Square. The US tourism industry has had a slow year, with companies such as Hilton and Airbnb bracing for weaker revenue. Photo: AFP== FOR NEWSPAPERS, INTERNET, TELCOS & TELEVISION USE ONLY ==
Fashion

Haider Ackermann’s second renaissance: his journey to Tom Ford and Canada Goose

Known for his artistic vision and cross-cultural references, the designer is experiencing a resurgence as he brings his signature aesthetic to brands seeking fresh direction.

Syria

European countries put Syrian asylum bids on hold after Assad’s fall

Britain, Germany, France, Italy and several other European countries to freeze all pending asylum requests from Syrians.

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