France's debt interest surpasses Education Ministry budget in 2026

France will pay 65 billion euros in debt interest in 2026, nearly matching the Education Ministry's budget.

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This amount remains lower when including civil servants' pensions.

Rising interest rates increase public debt, now the largest budget item ahead of defense.

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