France – Lecornu Ends Lifetime Perks for Former Ministers Starting in 2026

French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu announced on Monday, September 15, the abolition of “lifetime benefits” granted to former members of the government. The measure will take effect on January 1, 2026. “It’s done,” he confirmed on the social...

France’s fiscal credibility under pressure

A new prime minister, but no majority The downgrade of France’s credit rating by Fitch, from “AA-” to “A+”, underscores the scale of the challenge the country is facing. Friday’s move is the first of the three major agencies to downgrade France’s...

A Quick Look at PEF and Hospitality Sustainability

For leaders in the hospitality industry: Are you ready for the Product Environmental Footprint (PEF)? It's more than just another acronym, it's set to change how we measure and communicate sustainability. So, what exactly is PEF? Think of it as a...

Pakistan Ambassador to France inaugurates Pakistan Pavilion at Texworld 2025

PARIS - Pakistan Ambassador to France, Mumtaz Zahra Baloch inaugurated the Pakistan Pavilion at Texworld 2025, being held in Paris from September 15 to 17, 2025. Twenty three Pakistani companies are participating in the exhibition showcasing new...

China’s former climate envoy to meet with EU to revive flailing UN pact

WASHINGTON/BEIJING - China's former veteran climate envoy, who previously secured two pivotal climate agreements with the United States, will meet with the EU's top green transition official on Sept 16 to resuscitate flailing international climate...

HKUST-France Collaborate on Digital Low-Carbon Building Solutions

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has entered into a partnership with organisations from France to launch a low-carbon retrofit pilot project. Supported by Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK), the initiative is designed to...

Unexpected Increase in Chikungunya Outbreaks Cause Concern When Visiting France and Italy

(Vax-Before-Travel News)Since the beginning of 2025, two European countries have reported an unusual number of locally transmitted cases of chikungunya virus disease. The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) states that the...

Advancing sustainable development through a Pacific–Local2030 partnership

A new SPC–Local2030 partnership boosts Pacific data systems, resilience, and SDG action. In the Pacific, scientific data is more than a tool; it is a pathway to protect communities, safeguard ecosystems, support negotiations and advocacy and...

Can Europe and China forge a climate connection?

Earlier this year, the Chinese firm CATL, the world’s largest battery-maker, unveiled an electric-vehicle (EV) battery capable of delivering a remarkable 520 kilometres (323 miles) of driving range after just five minutes of charging. The...

Study: Extreme Summer Weather Costs Europe €43 Billion in 2025

Mon 15 Sep 2025 | 08:37 PM Heatwaves, droughts, and floods across Europe during the summer of 2025 inflicted economic losses of €43 billion, according to a study published on Monday by a team of economists. The report stresses that these direct...

Why formulators must rethink colour cosmetics for sustainability

Key takeaways Biotech and waterless technologies are driving innovation in sustainable makeup. Brands are replacing traditional pigments with bio-based and upcycled alternatives. Demand for ethical colour cosmetics is rising, driven by consumer...

French gov't falls, consequences on Cameroon!

Bayrou was the fourth Prime Minister in two years under President Emmanuel Macron, whose second term in office has been overshadowed by political instability. “Everything, positive and negative, adds up to one question: The question of spending...

France star Axelle Berthoumieu given 12-match ban after biting opponent at Women’s World Cup

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PM Manele meets French envoy to Pacific

Port Moresby – Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele met with the French Ambassador to the Pacific and Permanent Representative to the Pacific Community, Her Excellency Ms. Veronique Roger-Lacan, for bilateral talks on the margins of regional...

China’s former climate envoy to meet with EU to revive flailing UN pact, sources say

By Valerie Volcovici and Liz Lee WASHINGTON/BEIJING (Reuters) -China’s former veteran climate envoy, who previously secured two pivotal climate agreements with the United States, will meet with the EU’s top green transition official on Tuesday to...

Former Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati faces French fraud inquiry

French investigators have launched a formal corruption inquiry into former Lebanese prime minister and billionaire businessman Najib Mikati, raising new questions about political corruption and financial misconduct within Lebanon’s ruling elite....

Google's new UK datacenter shows the impact of AI on the environment

The impact of the rise of AI on the environment is a very real concern, and it's not one that's going away in a hurry. Especially not when Google's planned new datacenter in the UK looks set to emit the same quantity of Carbon Dioxide in a year as...

"French tomato stocks are piling up and sales are stagnating"

Tomatoes and Cucumbers of France According to the Tomatoes and Cucumbers of France producers' association, "stocks of French tomatoes are piling up, sales are stagnating, and unsold produce is multiplying. Paradoxically, while French tomatoes are...

Lebanon ex-PM Najib Mikati under French fraud investigation

French investigators have opened an investigation into Lebanon's former prime minister Najib Mikati, whose billionaire fortune is under the scrutiny of anti-corruption campaigners, a source at the French prosecutor’s office told The National. The...

Asset finance insurance provider Acquis eyeing French expansion with new Paris office

Asset finance insurance provider Acquis has invested in a new Paris office as it aims to strengthen its presence in France The strategic move builds on Acquis’ long-standing presence in France, where the company has operated commercially for over...