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World Service,28 Nov 2024,26 mins

France's borrowing costs mount amid growing budget crisis

World Business Report

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A political dispute over France's budget has unsettled financial markets. We'll explore the parliamentary standoff and why politicians are struggling to address the nation's mounting debt. Also – the CEO of Uniqlo shares his ambition to make the brand the world’s largest clothing retailer. And we journey to Greenland, where the capital Nuuk has just opened its first international airport. We want to hear your views. Contact us on WhatsApp or send a voice note to +44 330 678 3033.

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